First published Oct 16, 2026, 3:10:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 16, 2026, 3:33:15 PM UTC

Special Marine Warning — NWS Cleveland OH

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Special Marine Warning issued October 16 at 5:09AM EDT until October 16 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH

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The National Weather Service in Cleveland issued a Special Marine Warning for nearshore and open waters from Willowick to Conneaut, Ohio, through 7:45 a.m. EDT on October 16, 2026. Radar indicated strong thunderstorms moving east at 55 knots, and boaters were instructed to move to safe harbor immediately.

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Affected location: Lake Erie waters from Willowick to Conneaut, Ohio

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The warning calls for immediate protective action because strong winds and high waves could damage small craft.

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Oct 16, 2026, 10:19 AM UTC
The National Weather Service in Cleveland issued a Special Marine Warning for nearshore and open waters from Willowick to Conneaut, Ohio, through 7:45 a.m. EDT on October 16, 2026. Radar indicated strong thunderstorms moving east at 55 knots, and boaters were instructed to move to safe harbor immediately.
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