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Memorial Day Forecast

Memorial Day Weekend Marine Update

Moderate to High Swim Risk Schoolcraft County

Enjoy your Memorial Day today! Dense fog clears out of the east this morning. There is a slight chance of thunderstorms this afternoon and tonight. People recreating on or in northern Lake Michigan should check the forecast for beach and small craft hazards.

If you are planning to go out on the Great Lakes over the holiday weekend, check the forecast first! Mostly quiet conditions return for the remainder of the holiday weekend on Lake Superior and Lake Michigan. However, boaters on Lake Michigan should expect higher winds on Memorial Day as southerly wind gusts increase to 15-18 kts with waves around 1 to 3 feet. There will also be areas of fog this afternoon and tonight, possibly dense. For more information, visit: https://www.weather.gov/greatlakes

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT... * WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions are expected due to high wave action and strong rip currents. * WHERE...Southern Schoolcraft County. * WHEN...This afternoon through this evening. * IMPACTS...High wave action and dangerous currents will lead to life threatening swimming conditions. Waves in rapid succession can tire swimmers quickly. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Current related fatalities and rescues in the past have occurred due to similar wave conditions at locations listed below: For Southern Schoolcraft County: Near Lakeview Park and Seul Choix Point. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.