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weather NWS moderate New Buffalo MI to St Joseph MI; Michigan City IN to New Buffalo MI October 17, 2026 at 2:07 AM

Gale Warning

* WHAT...North winds to 30 knots becoming northeast 15 to 25 knots. Gusts up to 35-40 knot gales early (highest near Michigan City, IN). Northeast wind 10 to 20 knots early Saturday becoming southwest and diminishing to 10 knots or less in the afternoon. Waves 12 to 17 feet subsiding to 8 to 11 feet tonight. Waves 5 to 8 feet Saturday morning subsiding to 2 to 4 feet in the afternoon.

* WHERE...Michigan City IN to St Joseph MI.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 2 AM EDT Saturday. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 2 AM Saturday to 11 AM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Local conditions in New Buffalo MI to St Joseph MI; Michigan City IN to New Buffalo MI may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.

This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.

Residents should be prepared for possible effects on travel, public safety, and daily routines while the situation remains active.

Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.

Alert USA is tracking this developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.

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