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weather NWS minor Gary to Burns Harbor IN; Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN; Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM offshore to Mid Lake; Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM offshore to Mid Lake October 16, 2026 at 8:39 AM

Marine Weather Statement

Lake effect showers are likely to develop and intensify this afternoon and continue into this evening with an isolated thunderstorm or two possible. Conditions will become quite favorable for waterspouts from mid afternoon into the early to mid evening hours over the offshore waters of southern Lake Michigan into the Indiana nearshore waters.

Mariners are advised to stay alert for hazardous conditions and listen for later statement and possible warnings.

Local conditions in Gary to Burns Harbor IN; Burns Harbor to Michigan City IN; Lake Michigan from Winthrop Harbor to Wilmette Harbor IL 5NM offshore to Mid Lake; Lake Michigan from Wilmette Harbor to Michigan City in 5NM offshore to Mid Lake 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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