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Gale Warning 5, NWS Chicago, IL

February 3, 2021

NWS Chicago, IL issued this gale warning at Feb 3, 2021, 3:04 PM CST. It took effect at Feb 4, 2021, 6:00 PM CST. It was in force for 24 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

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The facts

Issued
Feb 3, 2021, 3:04 PM CST (21:04 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 4, 2021, 6:00 PM CST
Expired
Feb 5, 2021, 6:00 PM CST
In force
24 hr
Issued by
NWS Chicago, IL

The text

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737 
WHUS73 KLOT 032104
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
304 PM CST Wed Feb 3 2021

LMZ743>745-040515-
/O.EXT.KLOT.SC.Y.0012.210204T0900Z-210205T0000Z/
/O.UPG.KLOT.GL.A.0002.210204T1800Z-210205T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KLOT.GL.W.0005.210205T0000Z-210205T2100Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
304 PM CST Wed Feb 3 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THURSDAY TO 3 PM CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts
  up to 35 kt and waves 7 to 10 ft expected. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM Thursday to 3 PM CST 
  Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST 
  Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$

LMZ740>742-040515-
/O.EXT.KLOT.SC.Y.0012.210204T0900Z-210205T0000Z/
/O.UPG.KLOT.GL.A.0002.210204T1800Z-210205T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KLOT.GL.W.0005.210205T0000Z-210205T2100Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
304 PM CST Wed Feb 3 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THURSDAY TO 3 PM CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts
  up to 35 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. For the Small Craft
  Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft expected.

* 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 Thursday to 3 PM CST 
  Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST 
  Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$
9 follow-up statements
373 
WHUS73 KLOT 040319
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
919 PM CST Wed Feb 3 2021

LMZ743>745-041130-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0012.210204T0900Z-210205T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.210205T0000Z-210205T2100Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
919 PM CST Wed Feb 3 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THURSDAY TO 3 PM CST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts 
  up to 35 kt and waves 7 to 10 ft expected. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts up to 30 kt 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM Thursday to 3 PM CST 
  Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST 
  Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$

LMZ740>742-041130-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0012.210204T0900Z-210205T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.210205T0000Z-210205T2100Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
919 PM CST Wed Feb 3 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 6 PM CST
THURSDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THURSDAY TO 3 PM CST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts 
  up to 35 kt and waves 4 to 6 ft expected. For the Small Craft 
  Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft expected.

* 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 Thursday to 3 PM CST 
  Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 3 AM to 6 PM CST 
  Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$
753 
WHUS73 KLOT 040944
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
344 AM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

LMZ743>745-041745-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-210205T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KLOT.GL.W.0005.210205T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
344 AM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west gales to 35 to 40 kt,
  significant waves up to 10 ft, and occasional waves up to 13 
  ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 25 to 30 kt.

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

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM 
  CST Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy freezing spray is also likely tonight
  through Friday.

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.

&&

$$

LMZ740>742-041745-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-210205T0000Z/
/O.EXT.KLOT.GL.W.0005.210205T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
344 AM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM CST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west gales to 35 to 40 kt,
  significant waves up to 6 ft, and occasional waves up to 8 ft.
  For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 25 to 30 kt,
  significant waves up to 8 ft, and occasional waves up to 10 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 this evening to 6 PM 
  CST Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy freezing spray is likely tonight
  through Friday.

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.

&&

$$

Castro
472 
WHUS73 KLOT 041553
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
953 AM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

LMZ743>745-050000-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-210205T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.210205T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
953 AM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM
CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west gales to 35 to 40 kt, 
  significant waves up to 10 ft, and occasional waves up to 13 
  ft. For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 25 to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Indiana nearshore waters.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM 
  CST Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy freezing spray is also likely tonight
  through Friday. A heavy freezing spray warning may be needed. 

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.

&&

$$

LMZ740>742-050000-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-210205T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.210205T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
953 AM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM
CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west gales to 35 to 40 kt, 
  significant waves up to 6 ft, and occasional waves up to 8 ft. 
  For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds to 25 to 30 kt, 
  significant waves up to 8 ft, and occasional waves up to 10 ft.

* WHERE...Illinois nearshore waters.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM 
  CST Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy freezing spray is likely tonight 
  through Friday.

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.

&&

$$

Carlaw
708 
WHUS73 KLOT 042032
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
232 PM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

LMZ743>745-050445-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-210205T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.210205T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KLOT.UP.W.0001.210205T0600Z-210206T1500Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
232 PM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM
CST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT
TO 9 AM CST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may
  rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale Warning, west gales
  to 40 kt, briefly to 45 kt before midnight. Significant waves to
  10 ft, occasionally to 13 ft. For the Small Craft Advisory,
  south to southwest winds to 25 to 30 kt. 

* WHERE...Indiana nearshore waters.

* WHEN...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from midnight 
  tonight to 9 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM 
  this evening to 6 PM CST Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, 
  until 6 PM CST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

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.

&&

$$

LMZ740>742-050445-
/O.CON.KLOT.SC.Y.0012.000000T0000Z-210205T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.210205T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
232 PM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 PM
CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, west gales to 40 kt, briefly to 45
  kt before midnight. Significant waves to 7 ft, occasionally to 9
  ft, highest offshore. For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds
  to 25 to 30 kt.

* WHERE...Illinois nearshore waters.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, from 6 PM this evening to 6 PM 
  CST Friday. For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM CST this 
  evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to heavy freezing spray is likely
  tonight through Friday, with the worst conditions expected well
  offshore.

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.

&&

$$

Carlaw
790 
WHUS73 KLOT 050304
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
904 PM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

LMZ743>745-051115-
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.UP.W.0001.210205T0600Z-210206T1500Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
904 PM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT
TONIGHT TO 9 AM CST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may
  rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale Warning, west gales
  to 40 kt, easing to 35 kt on Friday. Significant waves to 10 ft,
  occasionally to 13 ft.

* WHERE...Indiana nearshore waters.

* WHEN...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from midnight
  tonight to 9 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM
  CST Friday. 

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

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.

&&

$$

LMZ740>742-051115-
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
904 PM CST Thu Feb 4 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...West gales to 40 kt, easing to 35 kt on Friday. Significant
  waves to 7 ft, occasionally to 9 ft, highest offshore.

* WHERE...Illinois nearshore waters.

* WHEN...Through 6 PM Friday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to heavy freezing spray is 
  likely tonight through Friday, with the worst conditions 
  expected well offshore.

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.

&&

$$
867 
WHUS73 KLOT 051007
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
407 AM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

LMZ743>745-051815-
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.UP.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210206T1500Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
407 AM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may
  rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale Warning, west gales
  to 35 kt. Significant waves to 8 ft, occasionally to 10 ft.

* WHERE...Indiana nearshore waters.

* WHEN...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, through 9 AM CST 
  Saturday. For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM CST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

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.

&&

$$

LMZ740>742-051815-
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
407 AM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West gales to 35 kt. Significant waves to 5 ft, highest
  offshore.

* WHERE...Illinois nearshore waters.

* WHEN...Through 6 PM Friday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to heavy freezing spray is likely 
  through Friday, with the worst conditions expected well 
  offshore.

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.

&&

$$
211 
WHUS73 KLOT 051542
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
942 AM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

LMZ743>745-052345-
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.UP.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210206T1500Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
942 AM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing 
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale Warning, west 
  gales to 35 kt. Significant waves to 8 ft, occasionally to 10 
  ft.

* WHERE...Indiana nearshore waters.

* WHEN...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, through 9 AM CST 
  Saturday. For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM CST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

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.

&&

$$

LMZ740>742-052345-
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
942 AM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West gales to 35 kt. Significant waves to 5 ft, highest 
  offshore.

* WHERE...Illinois nearshore waters.

* WHEN...Through 6 PM Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$
939 
WHUS73 KLOT 052124
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
324 PM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

LMZ743>745-060530-
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.UP.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210206T1500Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
324 PM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing 
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater expected, and may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale Warning, west 
  gales to 35 kt. Significant waves to 8 ft, occasionally to 10 
  ft.

* WHERE...Indiana nearshore waters.

* WHEN...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, through 9 AM CST 
  Saturday. For the Gale Warning, until 6 PM CST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

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.

&&

$$

LMZ740>742-060000-
/O.CON.KLOT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
324 PM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West gales to 35 kt. Significant waves to 4 ft, highest 
  offshore.

* WHERE...Illinois nearshore waters.

* WHEN...Through 6 PM Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$
396 
WHUS73 KLOT 052354
MWWLOT

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Chicago IL
554 PM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

LMZ743>745-060800-
/O.EXP.KLOT.GL.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210206T0000Z/
/O.CON.KLOT.UP.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210206T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KLOT.SC.Y.0013.210206T0000Z-210206T1500Z/
Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-
Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-
554 PM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST
SATURDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, heavy freezing
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater may rapidly
  accumulate on vessels. For the Small Craft Advisory, west winds
  to 30 kt. Significant waves to 8 ft. Occasional waves to 10 ft.

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

* WHEN...Until 9 AM CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

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

&&

$$

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Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-
Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-
Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-
554 PM CST Fri Feb 5 2021

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 6 PM CST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds to 30 kt. Significant waves to 4 ft.

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

* WHEN...Until 3 AM CST 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.

&&

$$

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 3, 3:03 AM CSTWinter Storm WatchLOTBoone, Lee, Ogle, Winnebago11 hr
Feb 3, 5:47 AM CSTDense Fog AdvisoryLOTBoone, DeKalb, Grundy, Kankakee, LaSalle, Lee and 4 more5 hr
Feb 3, 6:27 AM CSTGale WatchLOT9 hr
Feb 3, 6:27 AM CSTSmall Craft AdvisoryLOT36 hr
Feb 3, 2:29 PM CSTWinter Storm WarningLOTBoone, Lee, Ogle, Winnebago36 hr
Feb 3, 2:29 PM CSTWinter Weather AdvisoryLOTBoone, Cook, DeKalb, DuPage, Grundy, Kane and 10 more46 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text.