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Gale Warning
Issued: 8:20 AM Sep. 14, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 1 PM CDT TUESDAY... * WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 9 to 14 ft expected. * WHERE...Northern Third of the Open Waters of Lake Michigan. * WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 1 PM CDT Tuesday. * 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 severe conditions. &&
Beach Hazard Statement
Issued: 7:06 AM Sep. 14, 2026 – National Weather Service
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH TUESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions from high waves and rip currents expected. Waves as high as 6 to 10 feet possible. * WHERE...Benzie and Manistee Counties, and Beaver Island and surrounding islands. * WHEN...From late tonight through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...A high swim risk means that life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and breakwalls. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. &&
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