Small Craft Advisory Issued for Lake Erie Waters
Small Craft Advisory Issued for Lake Erie Waters
US · Published Oct 13, 2026
• The National Weather Service (NWS) in Cleveland, Ohio, has issued a Small Craft Advisory for portions of Lake Erie, effective from 2 PM EDT on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, through late Tuesday night.
• Winds are expected to reach 15 to 20 knots, shifting from south to southwest, with wave heights building to 2 to 4 feet and occasionally reaching 6 feet.

Impact & Risks

The advisory highlights hazardous conditions for small craft operators due to strong winds and elevated wave heights. Mariners in the affected areas, including Willowick to Geneva-on-the-Lake, Geneva-on-the-Lake to Conneaut, and Conneaut to Ripley, should exercise caution. Waves could occasionally reach 6 feet, posing risks to smaller vessels. Additionally, thunderstorms may bring localized gusty winds and higher waves, further increasing the danger.

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