Marine Weather Statement for Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM offshore to Mid Lake
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What is happening
A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Open Waters from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City out to Mid Lake... At 949 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located 13 nm east of...
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.
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Bulletin details
A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Open Waters from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City out to Mid Lake... At 949 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located 13 nm east of Harrison-Dever Crib, moving east at 45 knots.
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Marine Weather Statement issued October 13 at 9:50PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Chicago IL. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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