Marine Weather Statement for 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
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What you need to know
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- Lake Michigan from Port Washington to North Point Light WI 5NM offshore to Mid Lake, Lake Michigan from Sheboygan to Port Washington WI 5NM offshore to Mid Lake
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What is happening
A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Lake Michigan from Sheboygan WI to North Port Light WI 5 nm off shore to mid lake... At 146 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located 14 nm...
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. This a strong thunderstorm will likely produce winds to around 30 knots. An isolated waterspout is possible. A special marine warning may eventually be required. Boaters should consider heading for shore before the storm arrives.
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Bulletin details
A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Lake Michigan from Sheboygan WI to North Port Light WI 5 nm off shore to mid lake... At 146 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located 14 nm southeast of Oostburg, or 17 nm southeast of Sheboygan, moving southeast at 15 knots.
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Marine Weather Statement issued August 22 at 1:47PM 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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