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Gale Warning 24, NWS Detroit, MI

December 10, 2021

NWS Detroit, MI issued this gale warning at Dec 10, 2021, 3:48 AM EST. It took effect at Dec 11, 2021, 9:00 AM EST. It was in force for 10 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

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Issued
Dec 10, 2021, 3:48 AM EST (08:48 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 11, 2021, 9:00 AM EST
Expired
Dec 11, 2021, 7:00 PM EST
In force
10 hr
Issued by
NWS Detroit, MI

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085 
WHUS73 KDTX 100848
MWWDTX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac MI
348 AM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

LHZ421-441>443-102145-
/O.EXP.KDTX.SC.Y.0081.000000T0000Z-211210T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.A.0019.211211T1500Z-211212T0300Z/
Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner
Saginaw Bay-Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI-
Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac MI-Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI-
348 AM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY FOR THIS MORNING HAS EXPIRED...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 28 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 45 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 6 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 8 feet.

* WHERE...Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI, Harbor Beach to Port 
  Sanilac MI, Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI and Outer Saginaw 
  Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner Saginaw Bay.

* WHEN...During the Gale Watch, the maximum winds are expected 
  around 1 PM EST Saturday with the largest waves expected around 
  5 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

LEZ444-102145-
/O.UPG.KDTX.GL.A.0019.211211T1500Z-211212T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KDTX.LO.Y.0007.211211T1500Z-211212T0000Z/
Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to North Cape MI-
348 AM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 10 PM EST SATURDAY...
...LOW WATER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...During the Gale Warning, expect sustained winds up to 26
  knots from the west with gusts up to 45 knots. The largest
  significant waves will be 3 feet with a potential maximum wave
  height of 5 feet on Lake Erie. During the Low Water Advisory,
  abnormally low water levels expected for western Lake Erie.

* WHERE...Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to 
  North Cape MI.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 2 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 2 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Below normal 
  water levels will result in hazardous navigating conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due
to below normal water levels.

&&

$$

LCZ460-102145-
/O.UPG.KDTX.GL.A.0019.211211T1500Z-211212T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0300Z/
Lake St Clair-
348 AM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 10 PM EST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 25 knots from the west with
  gusts up to 42 knots. The largest significant waves will be 3 
  feet with a potential maximum wave height of 4 feet.

* WHERE...Lake St Clair.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 2 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 2 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ361>363-422-462>464-102145-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.A.0019.211211T1500Z-211212T0300Z/
Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Lt
beyond 5 NM off shore-
Lake Huron from Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond
5NM off shore-
Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off
shore-Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI-
Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 5NM Off Shore-
348 AM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 33 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 46 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 11 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 16 feet.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Huron.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 2 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 8 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Sporadic gusts to storm force will also be
  possible. As the forecast gets closer in time a Storm Watch or
  Warning may be needed. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

BT
6 follow-up statements
012 
WHUS73 KDTX 101453
MWWDTX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac MI
953 AM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

LHZ361>363-421-422-441>443-462>464-110315-
/O.EXB.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
/O.UPG.KDTX.GL.A.0019.211211T1500Z-211212T0300Z/
Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Lt
beyond 5 NM off shore-
Lake Huron from Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond
5NM off shore-
Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off
shore-
Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner
Saginaw Bay-Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI-
Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI-Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac MI-
Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI-
Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 5NM Off Shore-
953 AM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 31 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 47 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 10 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 14 feet.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Huron. 

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 5 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 8 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ444-110315-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0300Z/
/O.CON.KDTX.LO.Y.0007.211211T1500Z-211212T0000Z/
Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to North Cape MI-
953 AM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...
...LOW WATER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...During the Gale Warning, expect sustained winds up to 
  26 knots from the west with gusts up to 44 knots. The largest 
  significant waves will be 4 feet with a potential maximum wave 
  height of 5 feet. During the Low Water Advisory, abnormally 
  low water levels expected.

* WHERE...Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to 
  North Cape MI.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 2 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 2 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Below normal 
  water levels will result in hazardous navigating conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due
to below normal water levels.

&&

$$

LCZ460-110315-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0300Z/
Lake St Clair-
953 AM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 24 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 43 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 3 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 4 feet.

* WHERE...Lake St Clair.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 2 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 2 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$
340 
WHUS73 KDTX 102054
MWWDTX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac MI
354 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

LHZ362-363-462>464-110930-
/O.UPG.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDTX.SR.W.0002.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
Lake Huron from Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond
5NM off shore-
Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off
shore-
Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 5NM Off Shore-
354 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 39 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 55 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 11 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 16 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Point 
  MI beyond 5NM off shore, Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to 
  Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off shore, Lake Huron from Port Austin 
  to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM Off Shore, Lake Huron from Harbor 
  Beach to Port Sanilac beyond 5NM Off Shore and Lake Huron from 
  Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 5NM Off Shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 5 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 8 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which 
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ421-422-441>443-110930-
/O.UPG.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDTX.SR.W.0002.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner
Saginaw Bay-Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI-
Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI-Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac MI-
Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI-
354 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 32 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 53 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 5 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 7 feet.

* WHERE...Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to 
  Inner Saginaw Bay, Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to 
  Bay Port MI, Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI, Harbor Beach to 
  Port Sanilac MI and Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 1 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 6 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which 
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ444-110930-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0300Z/
/O.CON.KDTX.LO.Y.0007.211211T1500Z-211212T0000Z/
Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to North Cape MI-
354 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...
...LOW WATER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...During the Gale Warning, expect sustained winds up to 
  29 knots from the west with gusts up to 47 knots. The largest 
  significant waves will be 4 feet with a potential maximum wave 
  height of 5 feet. During the Low Water Advisory, abnormally 
  low water levels expected.

* WHERE...Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to 
  North Cape MI.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 1 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 2 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Below normal 
  water levels will result in hazardous navigating conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due
to below normal water levels.

&&

$$

LHZ361-110930-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Lt
beyond 5 NM off shore-
354 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 35 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 47 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 9 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 13 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque 
  Isle Lt beyond 5 NM off shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 4 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 7 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LCZ460-110930-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0300Z/
Lake St Clair-
354 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 26 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 45 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 3 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 4 feet.

* WHERE...Lake St Clair.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 1 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 2 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$
691 
WHUS73 KDTX 110232
MWWDTX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac MI
932 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

LHZ361-111000-
/O.UPG.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
/O.EXA.KDTX.SR.W.0002.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Lt
beyond 5 NM off shore-
932 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 38 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 50 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 11 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 16 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque 
  Isle Lt beyond 5 NM off shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 5 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 6 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which 
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LEZ444-111000-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0300Z/
/O.CON.KDTX.LO.Y.0007.211211T1500Z-211212T0000Z/
Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to North Cape MI-
932 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...
...LOW WATER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...During the Gale Warning, expect sustained winds up to 
  29 knots from the west with gusts up to 47 knots. The largest 
  significant waves will be 4 feet with a potential maximum wave 
  height of 5 feet. During the Low Water Advisory, abnormally 
  low water levels expected.

* WHERE...Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to 
  North Cape MI.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 1 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 1 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Below normal 
  water levels will result in hazardous navigating conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due
to below normal water levels.

&&

$$

LCZ460-111000-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0300Z/
Lake St Clair-
932 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 10 PM EST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 26 knots from the 
  southwest with gusts up to 45 knots. The largest significant 
  waves will be 3 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 4 
  feet.

* WHERE...Lake St Clair.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 1 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 1 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ362-363-462>464-111000-
/O.CON.KDTX.SR.W.0002.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
Lake Huron from Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond
5NM off shore-
Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off
shore-
Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 5NM Off Shore-
932 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 39 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 55 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 14 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 20 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM 
  Off Shore, Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 
  5NM Off Shore, Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac 
  beyond 5NM Off Shore, Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to 
  Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off shore and Lake Huron from Presque 
  Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond 5NM off shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 5 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 7 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which 
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ421-422-441>443-111000-
/O.CON.KDTX.SR.W.0002.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner
Saginaw Bay-Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI-
Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI-Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac MI-
Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI-
932 PM EST Fri Dec 10 2021

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SATURDAY TO 4 AM EST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 33 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 51 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 6 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 8 feet.

* WHERE...Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI, Harbor Beach to Port 
  Sanilac MI, Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI, Inner Saginaw Bay 
  SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI and Outer Saginaw Bay SW of 
  Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner Saginaw Bay.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 2 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 5 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which 
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

IRL
168 
WHUS73 KDTX 110847
MWWDTX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac MI
347 AM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

LEZ444-112115-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0300Z/
/O.CON.KDTX.LO.Y.0007.211211T1500Z-211212T0000Z/
Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to North Cape MI-
347 AM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 PM
EST THIS EVENING...
...LOW WATER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING
TO 7 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...During the Gale Warning, expect sustained winds up to 
  29 knots from the west with gusts up to 47 knots. The largest 
  significant waves will be 4 feet with a potential maximum wave 
  height of 5 feet. During the Low Water Advisory, abnormally 
  low water levels expected.

* WHERE...Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to 
  North Cape MI.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 1 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 1 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Below normal
  water levels will result in hazardous navigating conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due
to below normal water levels.

&&

$$

LCZ460-112115-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.W.0024.211211T1400Z-211212T0300Z/
Lake St Clair-
347 AM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 PM
EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 26 knots from the 
  southwest with gusts up to 45 knots. The largest significant 
  waves will be 3 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 4 
  feet.

* WHERE...Lake St Clair.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 1 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 1 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ361-112115-
/O.CON.KDTX.SR.W.0002.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Lt
beyond 5 NM off shore-
347 AM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 AM
EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 38 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 50 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 11 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 16 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque 
  Isle Lt beyond 5 NM off shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 5 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 6 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ362-363-462>464-112115-
/O.CON.KDTX.SR.W.0002.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
Lake Huron from Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond
5NM off shore-
Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off
shore-
Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 5NM Off Shore-
347 AM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 AM
EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 39 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 55 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 14 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 20 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM 
  Off Shore, Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 
  5NM Off Shore, Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac 
  beyond 5NM Off Shore, Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to 
  Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off shore and Lake Huron from Presque 
  Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond 5NM off shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 5 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 7 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ421-422-441>443-112115-
/O.CON.KDTX.SR.W.0002.211211T1400Z-211212T0900Z/
Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner
Saginaw Bay-Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI-
Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI-Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac MI-
Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI-
347 AM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 4 AM
EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 33 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 51 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 6 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 8 feet.

* WHERE...Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI, Harbor Beach to Port 
  Sanilac MI, Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI, Inner Saginaw Bay 
  SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI and Outer Saginaw Bay SW of 
  Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner Saginaw Bay.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 2 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 3 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

KK
523 
WHUS73 KDTX 112044
MWWDTX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac MI
344 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

LEZ444-120300-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-211212T0300Z/
/O.CON.KDTX.LO.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-211212T0000Z/
Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to North Cape MI-
344 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...
...LOW WATER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...During the Gale Warning, expect sustained winds up to 
  29 knots from the west with gusts up to 42 knots. The largest 
  significant waves will be 4 feet with a potential maximum wave 
  height of 5 feet. During the Low Water Advisory, abnormally 
  low water levels.

* WHERE...Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to 
  North Cape MI.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 5 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 5 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. Below normal 
  water levels will result in hazardous navigating conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due
to below normal water levels.

&&

$$

LCZ460-120300-
/O.CON.KDTX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-211212T0300Z/
Lake St Clair-
344 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM EST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 26 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 42 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 3 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 4 feet.

* WHERE...Lake St Clair.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 5 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 5 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ361-120400-
/O.CON.KDTX.SR.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211212T0900Z/
Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Lt
beyond 5 NM off shore-
344 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 38 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 50 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 13 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 19 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque 
  Isle Lt beyond 5 NM off shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 5 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 6 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which 
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ362-363-462>464-120400-
/O.CON.KDTX.SR.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211212T0900Z/
Lake Huron from Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond
5NM off shore-
Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off
shore-
Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 5NM Off Shore-
344 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 40 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 54 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 15 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 22 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM 
  Off Shore, Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 
  5NM Off Shore, Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac 
  beyond 5NM Off Shore, Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to 
  Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off shore and Lake Huron from Presque 
  Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond 5NM off shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 5 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 7 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which 
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ421-422-441>443-120400-
/O.CON.KDTX.SR.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211212T0900Z/
Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner
Saginaw Bay-Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI-
Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI-Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac MI-
Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI-
344 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 34 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 48 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 7 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 10 feet.

* WHERE...Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI, Harbor Beach to Port 
  Sanilac MI, Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI, Inner Saginaw Bay 
  SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI and Outer Saginaw Bay SW of 
  Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner Saginaw Bay.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 5 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 5 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which 
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

IRL
573 
WHUS73 KDTX 120000
MWWDTX

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Detroit/Pontiac MI
700 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

LEZ444-120900-
/O.CAN.KDTX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-211212T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KDTX.SC.Y.0082.211212T0000Z-211212T0900Z/
/O.EXT.KDTX.LO.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-211213T0000Z/
Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to North Cape MI-
700 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST SUNDAY...
...LOW WATER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM EST SUNDAY...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...During the Low Water Advisory, abnormally low water
  levels. During the Small Craft Advisory, expect sustained winds
  up to 20 knots from the west with gusts up to 28 knots. The
  largest significant waves will be 3 feet with a potential
  maximum wave height of 4 feet. 

* WHERE...Michigan Waters of Lake Erie from Detroit River to 
  North Cape MI.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 8 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 8 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Below
  normal water levels will result in hazardous navigating
  conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

Mariners should navigate shallow waters with extreme caution due
to below normal water levels.

&&

$$

LCZ460-120900-
/O.CAN.KDTX.GL.W.0024.000000T0000Z-211212T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KDTX.SC.Y.0082.211212T0000Z-211212T0900Z/
Lake St Clair-
700 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST SUNDAY...
...GALE WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 21 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 28 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 2 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 3 feet.

* WHERE...Lake St Clair.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 7 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 6 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ421-422-441>443-120900-
/O.CAN.KDTX.SR.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211212T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDTX.SC.Y.0082.211212T0000Z-211212T0900Z/
Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner
Saginaw Bay-Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to Bay Port MI-
Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI-Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac MI-
Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI-
700 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST SUNDAY...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 27 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 39 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 6 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 8 feet.

* WHERE...Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to 
  Inner Saginaw Bay, Inner Saginaw Bay SW of Point Au Gres to 
  Bay Port MI, Port Austin to Harbor Beach MI, Harbor Beach to 
  Port Sanilac MI and Port Sanilac to Port Huron MI.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 6 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 6 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Sporadic gusts to gale force will be
  possible through 10 PM, mainly over outer Saginaw Bay and the
  nearshore waters from Port Austin to Port Sanilac.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ361-120900-
/O.CON.KDTX.SR.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211212T0900Z/
Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque Isle Lt
beyond 5 NM off shore-
700 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 36 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 47 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 12 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 17 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from 5NM east of Mackinac Bridge to Presque 
  Isle Lt beyond 5 NM off shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 6 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 6 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which 
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

LHZ362-363-462>464-120900-
/O.CON.KDTX.SR.W.0002.000000T0000Z-211212T0900Z/
Lake Huron from Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond
5NM off shore-
Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off
shore-
Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac beyond 5NM Off Shore-
Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 5NM Off Shore-
700 PM EST Sat Dec 11 2021

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM EST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 38 knots from the west 
  with gusts up to 53 knots. The largest significant waves will 
  be 15 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 22 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from Port Austin to Harbor Beach beyond 5NM 
  Off Shore, Lake Huron from Port Sanilac to Port Huron beyond 
  5NM Off Shore, Lake Huron from Harbor Beach to Port Sanilac 
  beyond 5NM Off Shore, Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to 
  Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off shore and Lake Huron from Presque 
  Isle Light to Sturgeon Point MI beyond 5NM off shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 6 PM EST Saturday 
  with the largest waves expected around 7 PM EST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous waves which 
  could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$

IRL

The office that day

Everything else NWS Detroit, MI issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 10, 3:48 AM ESTLow Water AdvisoryDTX60 hr
Dec 10, 2:31 PM ESTHigh Wind WarningDTXBay, Genesee, Huron, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston and 11 more25 hr
Dec 10, 2:31 PM ESTWind AdvisoryDTXBay, Genesee, Lapeer, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb and 8 more18 hr
Dec 10, 3:54 PM ESTStorm WarningDTX30 hr

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