Overview

• The National Weather Service issued the latest beach hazards statement at 3:03 a.m. EDT Monday, in effect until 10 p.m. EDT for Marquette and Alger counties.
• High wave action and strong rip currents are expected, with waves in rapid succession capable of tiring swimmers quickly.
• Officials highlight past fatalities and rescues in similar conditions at Middle Bay and Little Presque Isle in Marquette County and at the Au Train River mouth, exposed areas of Grand Marais Harbor, and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore in Alger County.
• Guidance urges people to remain out of the water, stay off piers, and wear life vests when near the water; local authorities may post closures.
• Separate advisories continue for parts of Lake Michigan, including Berrien County through Tuesday evening, with waves 2 to 4 feet building to 3 to 5 feet and piers likely to be heavily swamped.