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NWS Issues Lake Michigan Beach Hazards for Four States, Warning of Life-Threatening Surf

Forecasters urge people to avoid the water through Thursday due to dangerous currents, 3–6 foot waves.

Friday Gale Warnings Sweep Great Lakes, 12-Foot Waves Threaten Michigan Shores

NWS Expands Lake Michigan Beach Hazard Alerts as Alger County Added, Over 1 Million Urged to Stay Out of Water

NWS Issues Beach Hazards Statements for Michigan Shorelines Through Monday

Great Lakes Beach Hazards Warnings Extend Through Friday for 11.1 Million People

Three Fishermen Found Dead in Mississippi River Near Memphis

Four-State Swim Advisories Extended as 7-Foot Waves Batter Lake Michigan