Gale Watch
Gale Watch issued November 1 at 2:49PM EDT until November 3 at 10:00AM EST by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
Alert Description
* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 29 knots from the southwest with gusts up to 34 knots. The largest significant waves will be 5 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 7 feet. * WHERE...Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI. * WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 1 AM EDT Monday with the largest waves expected around 5 AM EDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Safety Instructions
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.