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weather NWS moderate Green Bay south of line from Cedar River to Rock Island Passage and north of a line from Oconto WI to Little Sturgeon Bay WI; Green Bay south of line from Oconto WI to Little Sturgeon Bay WI; Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI October 16, 2026 at 4:08 PM

Gale Warning

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts 35 to 40 kt and waves 4 to 8 ft expected. For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt with gusts up to 25 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft expected.

* WHERE...Central and Southern Bay of Green Bay, and Lake Michigan nearshore waters from Washington Island to Sturgeon Bay.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 9 PM CDT this evening. For the Small Craft Advisory, from 9 PM this evening to midnight CDT tonight.

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

Local conditions in Green Bay south of line from Cedar River to Rock Island Passage and north of a line from Oconto WI to Little Sturgeon Bay WI; Green Bay south of line from Oconto WI to Little Sturgeon Bay WI; Rock Island Passage to Sturgeon Bay WI 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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