Marine Weather Statement for St Joseph to South Haven MI; South Haven to Holland MI; Lake Michigan from South Haven to Holland MI 5NM offshore to Mid lake +1 more
The areas affected include... Nearshore and Open Waters from St Joseph to Holland MI... At 1017 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending...
Official alert brief
The areas affected include... Nearshore and Open Waters from St Joseph to Holland MI... At 1017 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near St. Joseph Light to 12 nm east of New Buffalo, moving south at 250 knots.
Instructions
Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until these storms pass. Intense lightning is occurring with these storms. If caught on the open water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded metal objects.