Wheeling, IL Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THURSDAY TO 7 AM CDT
FRIDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...North gales to 35 kt and significant waves to 11 ft
occasionally to 14 ft expected.

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

* WHEN...From 4 PM Thursday to 7 AM CDT Friday.

* 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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