First published Oct 16, 2026, 3:36:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 16, 2026, 3:36:15 PM UTC

Special Marine Warning — NWS Cleveland OH

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Special Marine Warning issued October 16 at 6:37AM EDT until October 16 at 7:00AM EDT by NWS Cleveland OH

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The NWS Cleveland issued a Special Marine Warning for waters from Vermilion to Willowick and Avon Point to Willowick, Ohio, through 7:00 a.m. EDT on October 16. Radar indicated showers moving east at 50 knots with gusts to 40 knots; small craft were instructed to move to safe harbor immediately.

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Affected location: Waters from Vermilion to Willowick and Avon Point to Willowick, Ohio

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The warning directs small craft to seek safe harbor because gusty winds and high waves are expected.

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