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Small Craft Advisory — NWS Chicago IL (issued Sep 19, 2026)

National Weather Service (NWS) Chicago issued a Small Craft Advisory effective Sep 19 from 9:21 AM CDT until 3:00 PM CDT for the Chicago/Lake Michigan area.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

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

Confidence
9/10
Geographic reach
3/10
Global importance
3/10
Impact magnitude
3/10
Positivity
2/10
Urgency
7/10

Why it matters

Small Craft Advisories warn of hazardous wind and wave conditions for small boats and recreational craft; mariners, commercial operators, and shoreline users should take precautions or avoid being on the water during the advisory period.

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