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Fire Danger Across the Central Rockies into the Plains; Late Season Heat Wave in the Southwest

A strong Pacific system is bringing strong winds and elevated to critical fire weather condition across portions of the Central Rockies into the Central and Northern Plains. Critical wildfire conditions are also expected across northern Wisconsin into the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The heat wave continues across portions of California into the Southwest. Read More >

Great Lakes Beach Hazards

Know Before You Go!

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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