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Gale Watch 0023
Issued by the Duluth Forecast Office

Action Issued Starts Expiration
New 2025-12-18 15:33:53 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
New 2025-12-18 15:33:53 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
New 2025-12-18 15:33:53 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-18 22:02:33 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-18 22:02:33 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-18 22:02:33 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Time Extended 2025-12-19 04:08:49 2025-12-20 00:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 04:08:49 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Time Extended 2025-12-19 04:08:49 2025-12-20 06:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 04:08:49 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 07:55:42 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 07:55:42 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 07:55:42 2025-12-20 06:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 07:55:42 2025-12-20 00:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 09:58:46 2025-12-20 06:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 09:58:46 2025-12-20 00:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 09:58:46 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Continued 2025-12-19 09:58:46 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Upgraded 2025-12-19 14:09:53 2025-12-20 06:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Upgraded 2025-12-19 14:09:53 2025-12-20 00:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Upgraded 2025-12-19 14:09:53 2025-12-20 06:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00
Upgraded 2025-12-19 14:09:53 2025-12-20 09:00:00 2025-12-21 03:00:00


Action: New
Issued At: 2025-12-18 15:33:53

183 
WHUS73 KDLH 182133
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

LSZ121-145>148-150-190945-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.W.0009.251219T0000Z-251219T1300Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST
FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft. For the Heavy Freezing 
  Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour 
  or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. 
  For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 
  kt and waves 4 to 7 ft possible.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-190945-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts
  up to 45 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft. For the Gale Watch, west winds
  15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Brief Storm-force gusts up to 50 knots may
  be possible early this evening between Silver Bay and Taconite
  Harbor.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ140-141-190945-
/O.CON.KDLH.SR.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Storm Warning, north winds 20 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 50 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 5 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN and Grand Marais to 
  Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Storm Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous waves will capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$


Action: New
Issued At: 2025-12-18 15:33:53

183 
WHUS73 KDLH 182133
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

LSZ121-145>148-150-190945-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.W.0009.251219T0000Z-251219T1300Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST
FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft. For the Heavy Freezing 
  Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour 
  or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. 
  For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 
  kt and waves 4 to 7 ft possible.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-190945-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts
  up to 45 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft. For the Gale Watch, west winds
  15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Brief Storm-force gusts up to 50 knots may
  be possible early this evening between Silver Bay and Taconite
  Harbor.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ140-141-190945-
/O.CON.KDLH.SR.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Storm Warning, north winds 20 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 50 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 5 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN and Grand Marais to 
  Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Storm Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous waves will capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$


Action: New
Issued At: 2025-12-18 15:33:53

183 
WHUS73 KDLH 182133
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

LSZ121-145>148-150-190945-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.W.0009.251219T0000Z-251219T1300Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST
FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, northwest winds 20 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 40 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft. For the Heavy Freezing 
  Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour 
  or greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels. 
  For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 
  kt and waves 4 to 7 ft possible.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-190945-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts
  up to 45 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft. For the Gale Watch, west winds
  15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft 
  possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Brief Storm-force gusts up to 50 knots may
  be possible early this evening between Silver Bay and Taconite
  Harbor.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ140-141-190945-
/O.CON.KDLH.SR.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
333 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Storm Warning, north winds 20 to 30 kt with 
  gusts up to 50 kt and waves 3 to 6 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 2 to 5 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN and Grand Marais to 
  Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Storm Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous waves will capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-18 22:02:33

451 
WHUS73 KDLH 190401
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

LSZ140-141-191615-
/O.CAN.KDLH.SR.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.EXA.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 15 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 45 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 6 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN and Grand Marais to 
  Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ121-145>148-150-191615-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.W.0009.000000T0000Z-251219T1300Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST
FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft. For the Heavy Freezing 
  Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour 
  or greater may rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 
  5 to 8 ft possible.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-191615-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 15 to 20 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-18 22:02:33

451 
WHUS73 KDLH 190401
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

LSZ140-141-191615-
/O.CAN.KDLH.SR.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.EXA.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 15 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 45 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 6 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN and Grand Marais to 
  Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ121-145>148-150-191615-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.W.0009.000000T0000Z-251219T1300Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST
FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft. For the Heavy Freezing 
  Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour 
  or greater may rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 
  5 to 8 ft possible.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-191615-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 15 to 20 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-18 22:02:33

451 
WHUS73 KDLH 190401
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

LSZ140-141-191615-
/O.CAN.KDLH.SR.W.0004.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.EXA.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
...STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 15 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 45 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 3 to 6 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN and Grand Marais to 
  Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ121-145>148-150-191615-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.W.0009.000000T0000Z-251219T1300Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST
FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 20 to 25 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 5 to 8 ft. For the Heavy Freezing 
  Spray Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour 
  or greater may rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 
  5 to 8 ft possible.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-191615-
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
1001 PM CST Thu Dec 18 2025

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM CST FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 15 to 20 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 4 AM CST Friday. For the 
  Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Time Extended
Issued At: 2025-12-19 04:08:49

761 
WHUS73 KDLH 191007
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ121-145>148-150-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.W.0009.000000T0000Z-251219T1300Z/
/O.EXT.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST
THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 
  kt and waves 4 to 7 ft. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, 
  heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale Watch, west winds 
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft 
  possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing 
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, and may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...The South Shore Waters of western Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 AM CST 
  this morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning 
  through late Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Watch, from Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ140-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.EXT.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt 
  with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy 
  freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, 
  and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 
  kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
  PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ141-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  3 to 6 ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

Huyck


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 04:08:49

761 
WHUS73 KDLH 191007
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ121-145>148-150-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.W.0009.000000T0000Z-251219T1300Z/
/O.EXT.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST
THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 
  kt and waves 4 to 7 ft. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, 
  heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale Watch, west winds 
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft 
  possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing 
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, and may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...The South Shore Waters of western Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 AM CST 
  this morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning 
  through late Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Watch, from Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ140-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.EXT.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt 
  with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy 
  freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, 
  and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 
  kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
  PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ141-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  3 to 6 ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

Huyck


Action: Time Extended
Issued At: 2025-12-19 04:08:49

761 
WHUS73 KDLH 191007
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ121-145>148-150-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.W.0009.000000T0000Z-251219T1300Z/
/O.EXT.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST
THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 
  kt and waves 4 to 7 ft. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, 
  heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale Watch, west winds 
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft 
  possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing 
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, and may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...The South Shore Waters of western Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 AM CST 
  this morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning 
  through late Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Watch, from Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ140-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.EXT.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt 
  with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy 
  freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, 
  and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 
  kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
  PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ141-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  3 to 6 ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

Huyck


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 04:08:49

761 
WHUS73 KDLH 191007
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ121-145>148-150-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.W.0009.000000T0000Z-251219T1300Z/
/O.EXT.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM CST
THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 15 to 25 
  kt and waves 4 to 7 ft. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, 
  heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels. For the Gale Watch, west winds 
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft 
  possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing 
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, and may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...The South Shore Waters of western Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, until 7 AM CST 
  this morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning 
  through late Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Watch, from Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ140-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.EXT.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 25 kt 
  with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy 
  freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, 
  and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, northwest winds 10 to 20 
  kt with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
  PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ141-192215-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0042.000000T0000Z-251219T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.251219T1007Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
407 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, north winds 15 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale 
  Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  3 to 6 ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

Huyck


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 07:55:42

545 
WHUS73 KDLH 191355
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ140-200200-
/O.UPG.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0043.251219T1355Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts
  up to 40 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale Watch, west winds
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft 
  possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing 
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, and may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 AM CST this morning. For 
  the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late Saturday night. 
  For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from Saturday afternoon 
  through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ141-200200-
/O.UPG.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0043.251219T1355Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds around 15 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 2 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 3 to 6 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 AM CST this morning. For 
  the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday 
  night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ121-145>148-150-200200-
/O.CON.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, waves 1 to 4 ft. For the 
  Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, 
  heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater 
  possible, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-200200-
/O.CON.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, waves 1 to 2 ft. For the 
  Gale Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  waves 1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 07:55:42

545 
WHUS73 KDLH 191355
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ140-200200-
/O.UPG.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0043.251219T1355Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts
  up to 40 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale Watch, west winds
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft 
  possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing 
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, and may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 AM CST this morning. For 
  the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late Saturday night. 
  For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from Saturday afternoon 
  through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ141-200200-
/O.UPG.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0043.251219T1355Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds around 15 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 2 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 3 to 6 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 AM CST this morning. For 
  the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday 
  night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ121-145>148-150-200200-
/O.CON.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, waves 1 to 4 ft. For the 
  Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, 
  heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater 
  possible, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-200200-
/O.CON.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, waves 1 to 2 ft. For the 
  Gale Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  waves 1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 07:55:42

545 
WHUS73 KDLH 191355
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ140-200200-
/O.UPG.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0043.251219T1355Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts
  up to 40 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale Watch, west winds
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft 
  possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing 
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, and may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 AM CST this morning. For 
  the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late Saturday night. 
  For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from Saturday afternoon 
  through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ141-200200-
/O.UPG.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0043.251219T1355Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds around 15 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 2 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 3 to 6 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 AM CST this morning. For 
  the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday 
  night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ121-145>148-150-200200-
/O.CON.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, waves 1 to 4 ft. For the 
  Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, 
  heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater 
  possible, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-200200-
/O.CON.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, waves 1 to 2 ft. For the 
  Gale Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  waves 1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 07:55:42

545 
WHUS73 KDLH 191355
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ140-200200-
/O.UPG.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0043.251219T1355Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds 10 to 20 kt with gusts
  up to 40 kt and waves 1 to 3 ft. For the Gale Watch, west winds
  20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft 
  possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing 
  spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater possible, and may 
  rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 AM CST this morning. For 
  the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late Saturday night. 
  For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from Saturday afternoon 
  through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ141-200200-
/O.UPG.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0043.251219T1355Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Warning, north winds around 15 kt with 
  gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 2 ft. For the Gale Watch, 
  west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 3 to 6 
  ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Warning, until 10 AM CST this morning. For 
  the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late Saturday 
  night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ121-145>148-150-200200-
/O.CON.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, waves 1 to 4 ft. For the 
  Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt and 
  waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, 
  heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or greater 
  possible, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-200200-
/O.CON.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
755 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM CST THIS
MORNING...
...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, waves 1 to 2 ft. For the 
  Gale Watch, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and 
  waves 1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 10 AM CST this 
  morning. For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through 
  late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 09:58:46

794 
WHUS73 KDLH 191558
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ140-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0043.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts 
  up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy 
  Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm 
  per hour or greater possible, and may rapidly accumulate on 
  vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ141-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0043.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  3 to 6 ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ121-145>148-150-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts 
  up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy 
  Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm 
  per hour or greater possible, and may rapidly accumulate on 
  vessels.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 09:58:46

794 
WHUS73 KDLH 191558
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ140-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0043.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts 
  up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy 
  Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm 
  per hour or greater possible, and may rapidly accumulate on 
  vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ141-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0043.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  3 to 6 ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ121-145>148-150-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts 
  up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy 
  Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm 
  per hour or greater possible, and may rapidly accumulate on 
  vessels.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 09:58:46

794 
WHUS73 KDLH 191558
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ140-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0043.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts 
  up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy 
  Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm 
  per hour or greater possible, and may rapidly accumulate on 
  vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ141-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0043.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  3 to 6 ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ121-145>148-150-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts 
  up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy 
  Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm 
  per hour or greater possible, and may rapidly accumulate on 
  vessels.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$


Action: Continued
Issued At: 2025-12-19 09:58:46

794 
WHUS73 KDLH 191558
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ140-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0043.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH LATE
SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts 
  up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy 
  Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm 
  per hour or greater possible, and may rapidly accumulate on 
  vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from late tonight through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through Saturday evening.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ141-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.GL.W.0043.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  3 to 6 ft possible.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ121-145>148-150-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY
AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...For the Gale Watch, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts 
  up to 40 kt and waves 6 to 9 ft possible. For the Heavy 
  Freezing Spray Watch, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm 
  per hour or greater possible, and may rapidly accumulate on 
  vessels.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake Superior. 

* WHEN...For the Gale Watch, from Saturday morning through late 
  Saturday night. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Watch, from 
  Saturday afternoon through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is 
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic 
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and 
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of 
  stability. Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid or mitigate
hazardous accumulation of ice on their vessel.

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$

LSZ142>144-200400-
/O.EXP.KDLH.SC.Y.0146.000000T0000Z-251219T1600Z/
/O.CON.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
958 AM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...GALE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 
  1 to 4 ft possible.

* WHERE...Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay 
  Harbor to Two Harbors MN and Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...From Saturday morning through late Saturday night.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous waves which could 
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and waves.

&&

$$


Action: Upgraded
Issued At: 2025-12-19 14:09:53

256 
WHUS73 KDLH 192009
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ121-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.CAN.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, west 
  winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 2 ft 
  expected.

* WHERE...Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ145>148-150-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.W.0010.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON SATURDAY TO
4 AM CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt 
  and waves 6 to 9 ft expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or 
  greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Duluth MN to Port Wing WI, Port Wing to Sand Island 
  WI, Sand Island to Bayfield WI, Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI 
  and Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from noon 
  Saturday to 4 AM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ140-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T0400Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T0400Z-251221T1000Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.W.0010.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 10 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AM CST
SUNDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 10 PM CST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt 
  and waves 6 to 9 ft expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or 
  greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM to 10 PM CST 
  this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 10 PM this evening to 
  4 AM CST Sunday. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from 
  noon to 10 PM CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ141>144-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt 
  and waves 2 to 5 ft expected.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN, Taconite Harbor to 
  Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN and 
  Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Upgraded
Issued At: 2025-12-19 14:09:53

256 
WHUS73 KDLH 192009
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ121-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.CAN.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, west 
  winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 2 ft 
  expected.

* WHERE...Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ145>148-150-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.W.0010.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON SATURDAY TO
4 AM CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt 
  and waves 6 to 9 ft expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or 
  greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Duluth MN to Port Wing WI, Port Wing to Sand Island 
  WI, Sand Island to Bayfield WI, Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI 
  and Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from noon 
  Saturday to 4 AM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ140-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T0400Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T0400Z-251221T1000Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.W.0010.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 10 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AM CST
SUNDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 10 PM CST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt 
  and waves 6 to 9 ft expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or 
  greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM to 10 PM CST 
  this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 10 PM this evening to 
  4 AM CST Sunday. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from 
  noon to 10 PM CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ141>144-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt 
  and waves 2 to 5 ft expected.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN, Taconite Harbor to 
  Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN and 
  Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Upgraded
Issued At: 2025-12-19 14:09:53

256 
WHUS73 KDLH 192009
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ121-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.CAN.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, west 
  winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 2 ft 
  expected.

* WHERE...Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ145>148-150-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.W.0010.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON SATURDAY TO
4 AM CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt 
  and waves 6 to 9 ft expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or 
  greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Duluth MN to Port Wing WI, Port Wing to Sand Island 
  WI, Sand Island to Bayfield WI, Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI 
  and Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from noon 
  Saturday to 4 AM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ140-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T0400Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T0400Z-251221T1000Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.W.0010.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 10 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AM CST
SUNDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 10 PM CST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt 
  and waves 6 to 9 ft expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or 
  greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM to 10 PM CST 
  this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 10 PM this evening to 
  4 AM CST Sunday. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from 
  noon to 10 PM CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ141>144-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt 
  and waves 2 to 5 ft expected.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN, Taconite Harbor to 
  Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN and 
  Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Action: Upgraded
Issued At: 2025-12-19 14:09:53

256 
WHUS73 KDLH 192009
MWWDLH

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Duluth MN
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

LSZ121-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.CAN.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WATCH IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 25 kt expected. For the Gale Warning, west 
  winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and waves 1 to 2 ft 
  expected.

* WHERE...Chequamegon Bay-Bayfield to Oak Point WI.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ145>148-150-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1200Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.W.0010.251220T1800Z-251221T1000Z/
Duluth MN to Port Wing WI-Port Wing to Sand Island WI-
Sand Island to Bayfield WI-Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI-
Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON SATURDAY TO
4 AM CST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt 
  and waves 6 to 9 ft expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or 
  greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Duluth MN to Port Wing WI, Port Wing to Sand Island 
  WI, Sand Island to Bayfield WI, Oak Point to Saxon Harbor WI 
  and Outer Apostle Islands Beyond 5 NM from Mainland.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from noon 
  Saturday to 4 AM CST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ140-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T0400Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T0600Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T0400Z-251221T1000Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.UP.A.0001.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.UP.W.0010.251220T1800Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM TO 10 PM CST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 AM CST
SUNDAY...
...HEAVY FREEZING SPRAY WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 10 PM CST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 1 to 4 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 40 kt 
  and waves 6 to 9 ft expected. For the Heavy Freezing Spray 
  Warning, heavy freezing spray at a rate of 2 cm per hour or 
  greater expected, and may rapidly accumulate on vessels.

* WHERE...Grand Portage to Grand Marais MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM to 10 PM CST 
  this evening. For the Gale Warning, from 10 PM this evening to 
  4 AM CST Sunday. For the Heavy Freezing Spray Warning, from 
  noon to 10 PM CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Operating a vessel in heavy freezing spray is
  hazardous. Freezing spray may render mechanical and electronic
  components inoperative. Rapid ice accretion on decks and
  superstructures may result in a catastrophic loss of stability.
  Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could capsize or
  damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should prepare for dangerous accumulation of ice on
their vessel. If possible, remain in port, avoid the warning area
or conduct mitigation.

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

LSZ141>144-200815-
/O.NEW.KDLH.SC.Y.0147.251220T0000Z-251220T1200Z/
/O.UPG.KDLH.GL.A.0023.251220T1500Z-251221T0900Z/
/O.NEW.KDLH.GL.W.0044.251220T1200Z-251221T0400Z/
Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN-
Taconite Harbor to Silver Bay Harbor MN-
Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN-Two Harbors to Duluth MN-
209 PM CST Fri Dec 19 2025

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM
CST SATURDAY...
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 PM CST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 10 to 20 kt 
  with gusts up to 30 kt and waves 2 to 5 ft expected. For the 
  Gale Warning, west winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt 
  and waves 2 to 5 ft expected.

* WHERE...Grand Marais to Taconite Harbor MN, Taconite Harbor to 
  Silver Bay Harbor MN, Silver Bay Harbor to Two Harbors MN and 
  Two Harbors to Duluth MN.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 
  6 AM CST Saturday. For the Gale Warning, from 6 AM to 10 PM 
  CST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous waves which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$



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