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Gale Warning 4, NWS Chicago, IL

January 29, 2021

NWS Chicago, IL issued this gale warning at Jan 29, 2021, 2:22 PM CST. It took effect at Jan 30, 2021, 6:00 PM CST. It was in force for 15 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jan 29, 2021, 2:22 PM CST (20:22 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 30, 2021, 6:00 PM CST
Expired
Jan 31, 2021, 9:00 AM CST
In force
15 hr
Issued by
NWS Chicago, IL

The text

As transmitted.

387 
WHUS73 KLOT 292022
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
222 PM CST Fri Jan 29 2021

LMZ740>742-300430-
/O.EXT.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.210130T0900Z-210131T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KLOT.GL.W.0004.210131T0000Z-210131T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KLOT.SC.Y.0011.210131T1500Z-210201T2100Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
222 PM CST Fri Jan 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 6 PM CST
SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO 9 AM CST SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SUNDAY TO 3 PM CST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, east to northeast gales to 35 kt.
  For the small craft advisory winds to 30 kt. Waves to 11 ft,
  occasionally to 14 ft. 


* WHERE...Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL, Wilmette Harbor 
  to Northerly Island IL and Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor 
  IL.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM Saturday to 9 AM CST
  Sunday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST
  Saturday and from 9 AM Sunday to 3 PM CST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

LMZ743>745-300430-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.210130T1500Z-210202T0900Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
222 PM CST Fri Jan 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SATURDAY TO
3 AM CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds to 30 kt with waves to 7 ft, 
  occasionally to 9 ft expected.

* WHERE...Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN, Gary to Burns Harbor IN 
  and Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Saturday to 3 AM CST Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
7 follow-up statements
896 
WHUS73 KLOT 300338
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
938 PM CST Fri Jan 29 2021

LMZ740>742-301145-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.210130T0900Z-210131T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0004.210131T0000Z-210131T1500Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0011.210131T1500Z-210201T2100Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
938 PM CST Fri Jan 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 6 PM CST
SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM SATURDAY TO 9 AM CST
SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SUNDAY TO
3 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the gale warning, southeast gales to 35 kt becoming
  east. Significant waves to 11 ft. Occasional waves to 14 ft.

  For the small craft advisory, southeast winds to 30 kt.
  Significant waves to 10 ft. Occasional waves to 13 ft.

* WHERE...Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL, Winthrop Harbor 
  to Wilmette Harbor IL and Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island 
  IL.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM Saturday to 9 AM CST 
  Sunday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST 
  Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM Sunday to 3 
  PM CST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

LMZ743>745-301145-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.210130T1500Z-210202T0900Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
938 PM CST Fri Jan 29 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SATURDAY TO
3 AM CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds to 30 kt. Significant waves to 7 ft.
  Occasional waves to 9 ft.

* WHERE...Gary to Burns Harbor IN, Burns Harbor to Michigan City 
  IN and Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN.

* WHEN...From 9 AM Saturday to 3 AM CST Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
967 
WHUS73 KLOT 300857
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
257 AM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

LMZ740>742-301700-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.210130T0900Z-210131T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0004.210131T0000Z-210131T1500Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0011.210131T1500Z-210201T2100Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
257 AM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM
CST SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SUNDAY TO
3 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the gale warning, southeast gales to 35 kt becoming 
  east. Significant waves to 11 ft. Occasional waves to 14 ft.

* WHERE...Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL, Winthrop Harbor 
  to Wilmette Harbor IL and Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island 
  IL.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 9 AM CST
  Sunday. For the Small Craft Advisory, through 6 PM CST today. 
  For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM Sunday to 3 PM CST 
  Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

LMZ743>745-301700-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.210130T1500Z-210202T0900Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
257 AM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING
TO 3 AM CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds to 30 kt. Significant waves to 7 ft. 
  Occasional waves to 9 ft.

* WHERE...Gary to Burns Harbor IN, Burns Harbor to Michigan City 
  IN and Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN.

* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 3 AM CST Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
264 
WHUS73 KLOT 301549
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
949 AM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

LMZ740>742-310000-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-210131T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0004.210131T0000Z-210131T1500Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0011.210131T1500Z-210201T2100Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
949 AM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM
CST SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SUNDAY TO
3 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the gale warning, southeast gales to 35 kt becoming 
  east. Significant waves to 11 ft. Occasional waves to 14 ft.

* WHERE...Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL, Winthrop Harbor 
  to Wilmette Harbor IL and Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island 
  IL.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 9 AM 
  CST Sunday. For the Small Craft Advisory, through 6 PM CST 
  today. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM Sunday to 3 PM 
  CST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

LMZ743>745-310000-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-210202T0900Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
949 AM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds to 30 kt. Significant waves to 7 ft. 
  Occasional waves to 9 ft.

* WHERE...Gary to Burns Harbor IN, Burns Harbor to Michigan City 
  IN and Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN.

* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 3 AM CST Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
400 
WHUS73 KLOT 302048
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
248 PM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

LMZ740>742-310500-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-210131T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0004.210131T0000Z-210131T1500Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0011.210131T1500Z-210201T2100Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
248 PM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM
CST SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SUNDAY TO
3 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the gale warning, southeast gales to 35 kt becoming
  east. Significant waves to 12 ft. Occasional waves to 16 ft.

* WHERE...Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL, Winthrop Harbor 
  to Wilmette Harbor IL and Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island 
  IL.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 9 AM 
  CST Sunday. For the Small Craft Advisory, through 6 PM CST 
  today. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM Sunday to 3 PM 
  CST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

LMZ743>745-310500-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-210202T0900Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
248 PM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds to 30 kt becoming east tonight and
  northeast Sunday. Significant waves to 9 ft. Occasional waves to
  11 ft.

* WHERE...Gary to Burns Harbor IN, Burns Harbor to Michigan City 
  IN and Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN.

* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 3 AM CST Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
680 
WHUS73 KLOT 310329
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
929 PM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

LMZ740>742-311130-
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210131T1500Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0011.210131T1500Z-210201T2100Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
929 PM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM SUNDAY TO
3 PM CST MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, east gales to 35 kt. Significant 
  waves to 12 ft. Occasional waves to 16 ft.
  
  For the Small Craft Advisory, northeast winds to 30 kt.
  Significant waves to 10 ft. Occasional waves to 13 ft.

* WHERE...Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL, Winthrop Harbor 
  to Wilmette Harbor IL and Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island 
  IL.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 9 AM CST Sunday. For the 
  Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM Sunday to 3 PM CST Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

LMZ743>745-311130-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-210202T0900Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
929 PM CST Sat Jan 30 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...East winds to 30 kt becoming northeast Sunday.
  Significant waves to 9 ft. Occasional waves to 12 ft.

* WHERE...Gary to Burns Harbor IN, Burns Harbor to Michigan City 
  IN and Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM CST Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
454 
WHUS73 KLOT 311017
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
417 AM CST Sun Jan 31 2021

LMZ740>742-311830-
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210131T1500Z/
/O.EXT.KLOT.SC.Y.0011.210131T1500Z-210202T1600Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
417 AM CST Sun Jan 31 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO
10 AM CST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, east gales to 35 kt. Significant
  waves to 12 ft. Occasional waves to 16 ft. For the Small Craft
  Advisory, northeast to north winds to 25 to 30 kt with a few
  gale gusts possible this evening. 

* WHERE...Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL, Winthrop Harbor 
  to Wilmette Harbor IL and Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island 
  IL.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 9 AM CST this morning. For 
  the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to 10 AM CST 
  Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

LMZ743>745-311830-
/O.EXT.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-210203T0900Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
417 AM CST Sun Jan 31 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...East to northeast winds today, shifting to north this
  evening, with speeds to 30 kt and a few gale gusts to 35 kt 
  possible this evening. Significant waves to 9 ft. Occasional 
  waves to 12 ft.

* WHERE...Gary to Burns Harbor IN, Burns Harbor to Michigan City 
  IN and Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

RC
018 
WHUS73 KLOT 311455
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
855 AM CST Sun Jan 31 2021

LMZ740>742-312300-
/O.EXP.KLOT.GL.W.0004.000000T0000Z-210131T1500Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0011.210131T1500Z-210202T1600Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
855 AM CST Sun Jan 31 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST
TUESDAY...
...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 AM CST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds to 30 kt and waves 8 to 11 ft expected.

* WHERE...Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL, Winthrop Harbor 
  to Wilmette Harbor IL and Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island 
  IL.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 9 AM CST this morning. For 
  the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 AM this morning to 10 AM CST 
  Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

LMZ743>745-312300-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0010.000000T0000Z-210203T0900Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
855 AM CST Sun Jan 31 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...East to northeast winds today, shifting to north this 
  evening, with speeds to 30 kt and a few gale gusts to 35 kt 
  possible this evening. Significant waves to 9 ft. Occasional 
  waves to 12 ft.

* WHERE...Gary to Burns Harbor IN, Burns Harbor to Michigan City 
  IN and Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM CST Wednesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

The office that day

Everything else NWS Chicago, IL issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 29, 3:20 AM CSTSmall Craft AdvisoryLOT5 days
Jan 29, 3:23 AM CSTWinter Storm WatchLOTBoone, Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Ford, Grundy and 12 more24 hr
Jan 29, 12:07 PM CSTRiver Flood AdvisoryLOTWinnebago21 hr
Jan 29, 2:22 PM CSTSmall Craft AdvisoryLOT4 days
Jan 29, 2:38 PM CSTWinter Storm WarningLOTBoone, Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Grundy, Iroquois and 10 more51 hr
Jan 29, 2:43 PM CSTLakeshore Flood AdvisoryLOTCook, Lake60 hr

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Sources

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