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Gale Warning
Issued: 8:29 AM May. 20, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM CDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and waves 10 to 15 ft. * WHERE...Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI and Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland. * WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT Wednesday. * 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. &&
Special Weather Statement
Issued: 8:18 AM May. 20, 2025 – National Weather Service
...NEAR CRITICAL FIRE WEATHER CONDITIONS TODAY FOR PORTIONS OF NORTHWEST WISCONSIN... Dry conditions and breezy winds will lead to near critical fire weather conditions today. East winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts of 30 to 35 mph are forecast for this afternoon and early evening. Minimum relative humidity values of 22 to 30 percent are also expected. Together, these conditions could lead to the rapid spread of fires. Check burning restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Wisconsin, see apps.dnr.wi.gov/wisburn.
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