What is happening
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 20 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft occurring. For the Gale Warning, north winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 2 to 4 ft expected. For the second Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft expected. * WHERE...Seul Choix Point to Point Detour MI and 5NM East of a line from Fairport MI to Rock Island Passage. * WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 1 PM EST this afternoon. For the Gale Warning, from 1 PM this afternoon to 10 PM EST this evening. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 7 AM EST Friday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Official instructions
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.
