Storm winds in November – warning on Thursday

from: WGN-TV Tom Skilling Weather CenterTom Valley

Posted: November 21, 2024 / 2:17 am CST

Updated: November 21, 2024 / 2:22 am CST

Dangerous weather outlook for portions of the offshore waters of Lake Michigan in Illinois and the offshore waters of Lake Michigan in Indiana

From The National Weather Service 
GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THURSDAY TO MIDNIGHT CST THURSDAY NIGHT...
* 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 hazardous conditions.
THURSDAY
West gales to 40 kt becoming northwest to 45 kt. Snow
in the morning, then rain and snow in the afternoon. Waves 4 to 6 ft occasionally to 8 ft building to 8 to 11 ft occasionally to 14 ft.
THURSDAY NIGHT
North gales to 40 kt becoming northwest and diminishing to around 25 kt overnight. Chance of rain in the evening. Waves 10 to 14 ft occasionally to 18 ft subsiding to 6 to 9 ft occasionally to 12 ft.

Gale force winds are strong winds that can create dangerous conditions, especially during boating and maritime activities. A Storm warning is issued to warn of sustained surface winds or frequent gusts in the range of 34 knots (39 miles per hour) to 47 knots (54 miles per hour).

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