Gale Warning
Gale Warning issued May 4 at 3:50AM EDT until May 4 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Alert Description
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southwest winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft expected. For the Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft expected. * WHERE...Upper Entrance of Portage Canal to Eagle River MI and Eagle River to Manitou Island MI. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until noon EDT today. For the Gale Warning, from noon today to 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Safety Instructions
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.