Emmet County, MI
Alerts
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In effect from Tuesday 09/15 6:00 AM EDT – Tuesday 09/15 9:00 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Gaylord MI
What
Dangerous swimming conditions from high waves and rip currents expected. Waves as high as 4 to 8 feet possible.
Where
Emmet, Leelanau and Charlevoix Counties.
When
From Tuesday morning through Tuesday evening.
Impacts
A high swim risk means that life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and breakwalls.
What to Do
Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Areas Impacted
- Emmet
- Leelanau
- Benzie
- Manistee
- Beaver Island and surrounding islands
- Charlevoix
Tips to Stay Safe
Your area may see dangerous swimming conditions. Use caution:
- Stay off of rocks and jetties due to dangerous conditions
- Stay out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions, and stay near occupied lifeguard towers
- Keep small children in sight and within arm’s reach at all times.
Briefing
From the Forecaster
Rest of the week outlook
Created by the NWS Gaylord WFO
Showers will gradually end from west to east today, with high pressure bringing the return to dry weather under partly cloudy skies tonight and Wednesday. Perhaps a few showers again Wednesday night, with dry weather returning Thursday and Friday. Gusty southwest winds today will result in hazardous swimming conditions on most of our Great Lakes beaches. Light winds return later tonight and Wednesday. Temperatures this week will remain well within the range of what is considered normal for this time of year.
Seven-day Weather Risk Overview
The graphic shows the daily risk summary for 7 days. Daily risk is based on highest risk factor for that day.
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