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09/20/2026 · Missaukee County

Dangerous Lake Michigan Conditions: Stay Out of Water Through Wednesday

A Beach Hazards Statement has been issued for Lake, Northern Cook, and Central Cook Counties, warning of dangerous Lake Michigan conditions with 6 to 9 foot waves and strong currents through Wednesday evening.

09/20/2026

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Dangerous Lake Michigan Waves Expected Through Wednesday Afternoon

A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Lake County, IN, warning of dangerous 5-8 foot waves and currents on Lake Michigan through Wednesday afternoon; stay out of the water and off shoreline structures.

09/20/2026

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Dangerous Lake Michigan Waves Prompt Beach Hazards Statement for Porter County

A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Porter County until Monday, September 21 at 7:00 AM CDT, warning of dangerous 4-6 foot waves and currents on Lake Michigan, with authorities advising against swimming or venturing onto shoreline structures.

09/20/2026

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Dangerous Waves, Currents Expected on Lake Michigan Beaches

A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Door, Kewaunee, and Manitowoc counties from tonight until Tuesday evening, warning of dangerous waves and currents on Lake Michigan and advising the public to stay out of the water.

09/20/2026

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Porter County Beaches Face Dangerous Waves; Stay Out of Water

A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Porter County until Monday morning, September 21, due to dangerous waves and currents on Lake Michigan; residents should stay out of the water and off shoreline structures.

09/20/2026

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Dangerous Lake Michigan Conditions: High Waves and Currents Expected

A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect for Lake Michigan in Lake County, Indiana, warning of dangerous high waves and currents through Wednesday afternoon; residents must stay out of the water and off shoreline structures.

09/20/2026