Marine Weather Statement for North Point Light to Wind Point WI; Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL; Lake Michigan from North Point Light to Wind Point 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 Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL 5NM offshore to Mid Lake, North Point Light to Wind Point WI, Wind Point WI to Winthrop Harbor IL
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- Minor
- Official urgency
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- Observed
What is happening
The areas affected include... Lake Michigan nearshore and open waters to mid lake from North Point Light WI to Winthrop Harbor IL... At 1225 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located over Wind Pt., moving east...
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 North Point Light WI to Winthrop Harbor IL... At 1225 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located over Wind Pt., moving east at 15 knots.
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Official revisions
- Alert
Marine Weather Statement issued August 10 at 12:25AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Official revision
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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