Porter County, IN

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In effect from Tuesday 07/21 6:00 PM CDT – Thursday 07/23 7:00 AM CDT

Issued by NWS Chicago IL

What

High wave action and dangerous currents expected at Lake Michigan beaches. Waves 6 to 9 ft expected.

Where

Lake IN and Porter Counties.

When

Through Thursday morning.

Impacts

Swimming conditions will be life threatening, especially for inexperienced swimmers.

What to Do

Remain out of the water to avoid dangerous swimming conditions and do not venture out onto piers, jetties, breakwalls, or other shoreline structures.


Areas Impacted

  • Lake
  • Porter

Tips to Stay Safe

Your area may see dangerous swimming conditions. Use caution: 

  • Stay off of rocks and jetties due to dangerous conditions
  • Stay out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions, and stay near occupied lifeguard towers 
  • Keep small children in sight and within arm’s reach at all times.

Briefings

No recent briefing available

From the Forecaster

High Swim Risk Tonight and Wednesday

Created by the NWS Chicago WFO

Heads up! Dangerous swimming conditions are expected to develop at southern Lake Michigan beaches this evening and last through Wednesday night, possibly stretching into early Thursday. Please plan accordingly if you're heading to the beach! weather.gov/greatlakes/beachhazards.

Headline: High Swim Risk Tonight - Wednesday.  Sub Headline: Stay dry when waves are high! What To Expect.  Dangerous waves up to 10 feet and hazardous boating conditions.  Life threatening currents.  This evening through Wednesday.  Choppy, less-than-favorable conditions this afternoon may be dangerous for weak swimmers.  Southern Lake Michigan Beaches.  In Illinois and northwest Indiana.  What To Do.  Stay out of the water! Obey posted signs and closures. Avoid piers, breakwalls, and lakeshore trails. For beach forecasts:  weather.gov/greatlakes/beachhazards   Graphic Created: Tuesday, July 21, 2026 2:53 AM CDT

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