Active AlertsNiles, IL
Beach Hazards Statement
Issued at Sat 10:56 AM Aug. 22
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description
What: High wave action and dangerous currents expected at Lake Michigan beaches. Waves 3 to 6 ft expected.
Where: In Illinois, Northern Cook and Central Cook Counties. In Indiana, Lake County.
When: From late tonight through Sunday evening.
Impacts: Swimming conditions will be life threatening, especially for inexperienced swimmers. For information on swim advisories or bans at Chicago beaches: www. cpdbeaches. com.
Recommended Action
Remain out of the water to avoid dangerous swimming conditions and do not venture out onto piers, jetties, breakwalls, or other shoreline structures.
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