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Storms Late Tonight into Saturday, Then Cooler

Dangerous Swimming Condition on Southern Lake MI

Scattered showers and storms are expected at times through Saturday. This weekend, it will be breezy with northwest winds gusting as high as 25-30 mph and cooler with highs in the 70s.Dangerous swimming conditions are expected both days on Lake Michigan!

Dangerous swimming conditions are expected on Saturday and Sunday on southern Lake Michigan! Conditions will deteriorate Saturday afternoon behind a cold frontal passage and remain dangerous through the weekend. Waves of 3 to 5 feet are expected both days with strong rip and structural currents. If your weekend plans include going to the beach, heed warnings from lifeguards and beach flags. Stay out of the water and off of piers and breakwalls!