Special Weather Statement issued May 14 at 7:35PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Dense fog over Lake Michigan will continue oozing inland this evening leading to widely variable but locally low visibility below one quarter of a mile. The lowest visibility should remain contained to an area within a few miles of the lakeshore this evening. However, fog may spread further inland overnight. If this occurs, a Dense Fog Advisory may become necessary. Be prepared for sudden changes in visibility to one quarter mile or less if traveling along the lakeshore this evening and overnight. If you encounter dense fog, slow down, turn on low beam headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead
Special Weather Statement issued May 14 at 7:32AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Fog over Lake Michigan has drifted inland across northern and northeast Illinois this morning, some of which has become locally dense. Be prepared for sudden changes in visibility to one quarter mile or less, with conditions improving by around 10 AM CDT. If you encounter fog while driving, slow down, use your low- beam headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
Special Weather Statement issued May 13 at 6:36AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Dense fog has developed over southern Lake Michigan this morning. This will drift inland at times today along the immediate lakeshore in Illinois. Be prepared for sudden changes in visibility to one quarter mile or less if traveling along the lakeshore today. If you encounter dense fog, slow down, turn on low beam headlights, and leave plenty of distance ahead of you.
Small Craft Advisory issued May 8 at 9:26PM CDT until May 9 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...Northeast winds to 25 kt and significant waves to 7 ft occasionally to 9 ft occurring. * WHERE...Calumet Harbor IL to Michigan City IN. * WHEN...Until 4 AM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Frost Advisory issued May 8 at 12:50PM CDT until May 9 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...Widespread frost away from the Lake Michigan shoreline expected. * WHERE...Lake IL County. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 8 AM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor plants may be killed if left uncovered.
Small Craft Advisory issued May 7 at 9:50PM CDT until May 9 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...North to northeast winds to 25 kt and significant waves to 6 ft occasionally to 8 ft. * WHERE...Calumet Harbor IL to Michigan City IN. * WHEN...Until 4 AM CDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Small Craft Advisory issued April 28 at 9:27PM CDT until April 29 at 4:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...South to southwest winds to 30 kt with a few gale force gusts to 35 kt occurring. * WHERE...Gary to Michigan City IN. * WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 4 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Gale Warning issued April 28 at 9:27PM CDT until April 29 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...South to southwest gales to 35 kt occurring. * WHERE...Winthrop Harbor to Calumet Harbor IL, and Calumet Harbor IL to Gary IN. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 1 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Special Weather Statement issued April 28 at 4:40AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Strong southerly winds of 40 to 45 mph will develop this afternoon and continue through this evening. These gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. These strong winds may also create areas of blowing dust and locally reduced visibilities in rural areas, particularly near any recently plowed fields.
Small Craft Advisory issued April 27 at 9:04PM CDT until April 29 at 4:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
* WHAT...South to southwest winds to 30 kt. * WHERE...Gary to Michigan City IN. * WHEN...From 9 AM Monday to 4 PM CDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.