First published 9/19/2026, 6:50:15 PM · Last updated 9/19/2026, 6:50:15 PM

Small Craft Advisory issued by NWS Gaylord (MI)

The National Weather Service office in Gaylord, Michigan issued a Small Craft Advisory on September 19 at 2:31 PM EDT, in effect through September 21 at 2:00 AM EDT. Advises hazardous conditions for small boats in the Gaylord, MI marine area.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters, travel-and-transportation

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 9/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 5/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 3/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 7/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Small Craft Advisories indicate wind and wave conditions that can be dangerous for small vessels and recreational boaters. Mariners and waterfront travelers in the affected Michigan waters should exercise caution, avoid exposing small craft to open water, and follow local guidance.

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Small Craft Advisory issued September 19 at 2:31PM EDT until September 21 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

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