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Gale Warning
Issued: 3:38 PM Feb. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM WEDNESDAY TO 1 AM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...East winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and waves 12 to 17 ft expected. * WHERE...Portions of Central, Eastern and Western Lake Superior. * WHEN...From 1 AM Wednesday to 1 AM EST Thursday. * 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. &&
Winter Storm Warning
Issued: 2:05 PM Feb. 17, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 PM EST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 11 inches and ice accumulations from a light glaze to around one tenth of an inch. Highest snow accumulations over the Keweenaw and in the higher terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph, mainly over the Keweenaw. * WHERE...Baraga, Marquette, Keweenaw, and Northern Houghton Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 PM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. &&
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