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Gale Warning
Issued: 8:05 PM Mar. 13, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 45 kt with a few storm force gusts to 50 kt
and significant waves to 12 ft occasionally to 16 ft.

* WHERE...Illinois and Indiana nearshore from Winthrop Harbor IL
to Michigan City IN.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

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