Severe Thunderstorm and Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters
The National Weather Service (NWS) in Cleveland has issued a Special Marine Warning for nearshore and open waters from Conneaut, OH, to Ripley, NY, until 2:15 AM EDT Monday. A severe thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts, wind gusts of 34 knots or greater, and small hail was detected 8 nautical miles northeast of Erie, PA, moving east at 10 knots. Additionally, a Small Craft Advisory and Beach Hazards Statement remain in effect through Monday evening, with west winds of 15 to 25 knots and waves of 4 to 7 feet expected. Rip currents pose a high risk to swimmers along the lakeshore.