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Gale Watch for Lake Michigan Michigan City IN to St. Joseph MI 5 NM offshore to mid-line of lake.; Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore to Mid Lake; Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM offshore to Mid Lake +9 more

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What: North winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 9 to 14 ft possible. Impacts: Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Where: Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan. When: From Thursday morning through Thursday afternoon.

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Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

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* WHAT...North winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 9 to 14 ft possible. * WHERE...Southern Open Waters of Lake Michigan. * WHEN...From Thursday morning through Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

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    Gale Watch issued November 10 at 12:16PM CST until November 12 at 6:00PM CST by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.

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