Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Duluth, MN
Issued by NWS Duluth, MN
004 FZUS73 KDLH 192202 MWSDLH Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Duluth MN 502 PM CDT Thu Sep 19 2024 LSZ144-145-162-192300- 502 PM CDT Thu Sep 19 2024 ...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS APPROACHING THE TWIN PORTS... The areas affected include... Duluth MN to Port Wing WI... Lake Superior west of a line from Saxon Harbor WI to Grand Portage MN beyond 5NM... Two Harbors to Duluth MN... At 501 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to more than 30 knots. These strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 37 nm southwest of Barkers Island to 32 nm northwest of Saint Croix Band Clam Lake Area, moving northeast at 25 knots. Locations impacted include... Two Harbors Protected Access Agate Bay, Knife River Marina, Superior Entry, McQuade Harbor, Barkers Island, Larsmont, Superior Harbor, Duluth Lift Bridge Channel, Duluth Harbor, Stoney Point, and French River. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners can expect gusty winds up to 33 knots, locally higher waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until these storms pass. These strong thunderstorms will likely produce winds up to 33 knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A Special Marine Warning may eventually be required. Boaters should consider heading for shore before these storms arrive. && LAT...LON 4668 9224 4672 9223 4681 9211 4705 9167 4671 9165 4666 9195 4666 9203 4671 9210 4666 9211 4665 9216 4662 9221 4663 9228 4669 9228 $$ LE