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Gale Watch — Lake Huron from Presque Isle Lt. to Sturgeon Point MI 5NM off shore to US/Canadian border, LH, Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to Alabaster MI 5NM off shore to US/Canadian border, LH
Issued
3:00 a. m. CDT · mar., sept. 15 2026
Expires
3:00 p. m. CDT · mar., sept. 15 2026
Issuing Office
NWS KDTX

Affected Areas

Lake Huron from Presque Isle Lt. to Sturgeon Point MI 5NM off shore to US/Canadian border, LH Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to Alabaster MI 5NM off shore to US/Canadian border, LH

Official Bulletin

* WHAT...Expect sustained winds up to 30 knots from the south
with gusts up to 38 knots. The largest significant waves will
be 12 feet with a potential maximum wave height of 17 feet.

* WHERE...Lake Huron from Presque Isle Light to Sturgeon Point
MI beyond 5NM off shore and Lake Huron from Sturgeon Point to
Alabaster MI beyond 5NM off shore.

* WHEN...The maximum winds are expected around 4 AM EDT Tuesday
with the largest waves expected around 11 AM EDT Tuesday.

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

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.