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MWWLOT



URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Chicago IL

230 PM CDT Sun Mar 22 2026



LMZ740>745-230300-

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Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL-

Wilmette Harbor to Northerly Island IL-

Northerly Island to Calumet Harbor IL-

Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN-Gary to Burns Harbor IN-

Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN-

230 PM CDT Sun Mar 22 2026



...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM CDT THIS EVENING...



* WHAT...North winds 35 to 40 kt and significant waves to 12 ft 

  occasionally to 16 ft.



* WHERE...Illinois and Indiana nearshore from Winthrop Harbor IL 

  to Michigan City IN.



* WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT this evening.



* 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.



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