What is happening
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft. For the Gale Warning, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft expected. * WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 AM CST Thursday. For the Gale Warning, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Official 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.
Original message from NWS Duluth MN. Wording is preserved from the source.
