Marine Weather Statement for Port Washington to North Point Light WI; North Point Light to Wind Point WI; Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM offshore to Mid Lake +1 more
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point WI 5NM offshore to Mid Lake, Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM offshore to Mid Lake, North Point Light to Wind Point WI, Port Washington to North Point Light WI
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What is happening
The areas affected include... Lake Michigan nearshore and open waters to mid lake from Port Washington WI to Wind Point WI... At 533 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located near North Pt. Lt., moving southeast...
What the bulletin says to do
Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this storm passes.
Full official description
Bulletin details
The areas affected include... Lake Michigan nearshore and open waters to mid lake from Port Washington WI to Wind Point WI... At 533 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located near North Pt. Lt., moving southeast at 25 knots. The environment surrounding the storm suggests that it could potentially produce a waterspout.
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- Alert
Marine Weather Statement issued August 22 at 5:34PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
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Source and limitations
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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