Headline:
Gale Warning issued April 21 at 9:13AM CDT until April 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Event:
Gale Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 21, 2025 - 7:13am
Expires:
April 21, 2025 - 3:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest gales to 40 kt and significant waves to 5 ft
occurring.
* WHERE...Illinois and Indiana nearshore from Winthrop Harbor IL
to Michigan City IN.
* WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A few storm force gusts to 50 kt may
continue at high platform observation stations through this
morning.
Instruction:
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.
Area Description:
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL; Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL; Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL; Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN; Gary to Burns Harbor IN; Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN
Forcast Office:
NWS Chicago IL