


Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Marquette, MI
Issued by NWS Marquette, MI
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251 FZUS73 KMQT 052119 MWSMQT Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Marquette MI 519 PM EDT Tue Aug 5 2025 LSZ266-052200- 519 PM EDT Tue Aug 5 2025 ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Lake Superior East of a line from Manitou Island to Marquette MI and West of a line from Grand Marais MI to the US/Canadian Border Beyond 5NM from shore... At 519 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located 10 nm east of Granite Island, moving north at 10 knots. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this storm passes. This strong thunderstorm will likely produce winds to around 30 knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine warning may eventually be required when this strong thunderstorm reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before this strong thunderstorm arrives. && LAT...LON 4666 8700 4661 8718 4682 8736 4690 8709 $$ tdud