OFFICIAL WEATHER ALERT · UPCOMING

Gale Warning

Gale Warning issued November 6 at 4:03AM EST until November 6 at 7:00PM EST by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Moderate

What is happening

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 20 to 25 knots and waves 7 to 10 feet. For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 25 knots with gusts up to 35 knots and waves 8 to 11 feet expected. * WHERE...St Joseph to South Haven MI. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM EST this morning. For the Gale Warning, from 10 AM this morning to 7 PM EST this evening. * 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.

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