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HIGH Beach Hazard Risk for Lake Michigan this weekend

A SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY in effect today. 
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WEST MICHIGAN — The showers today will bring stronger winds from the northwest which in turn will help build high waves on Lake Michigan. Due to these conditions, a HIGH BEACH HAZARD is in place along the lakeshore from Oceana County all the way to Van Buren County.

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Along the lakeshore, winds are expected to spike between 10 to 20 mph. This will build waves upwards of 3 to 5 feet.

Water temperatures are hovering in the upper 40s and lower 50s, so still a little chilly.

The strong and high waves have kicked a SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY into effect as well.

The north side of piers will be the most dangerous due to the wind direction.

Early this week for Monday and Tuesday, a Moderate to High swim risk may linger because of strong winds.