Active Weather Alerts
Special Weather Statement
Issued: 8:37 AM Oct. 6, 2024 – National Weather Service
...ELEVATED FIRE DANGER TODAY... The combination of gusty northwest winds and dry conditions will make for a very elevated fire danger this afternoon, especially for areas along and south of I-80. Therefore, any burning should be postponed until after conditions improve and extra caution should be used when discarding any burning materials, such as cigarettes, today.
Small Craft Advisory
Issued: 8:27 AM Oct. 6, 2024 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CDT MONDAY... * WHAT...West winds to 30 kt with a few gale force gusts to 35 kt possible through daybreak, then northwest winds to 25 kt this afternoon and tonight. Significant waves to 6 ft occasionally to 8 ft expected. * WHERE...Winthrop Harbor to Calumet Harbor IL. * WHEN...Until 7 AM CDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions. &&
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