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Heavy Snow and Winds Across the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes

Areas of moderate to heavy snow and gusty to high winds are expected across the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes into the morning. Then, light to moderate snow, with locally higher amounts, will develop over parts of the Great Lakes, Central Appalachian, and Northeast into Saturday. Read More >

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Great Lakes Beach Hazards

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Great Lakes Beach Hazards

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The 2024 NWS Great Lakes Beach/Swim Forecast Season has ended. 

Beach/Swim forecasts will resume prior to Memorial Day 2025.

About Great Lakes Beach Forecasts & Statements: Beach forecasts contain a daily swim risk, which is based on that days threat of high waves and dangerous currents. Beach hazard statements provide additional details on high swim risk days. Use the interactive map below to view the beach forecast and Beach Hazard Statements. 

 

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