Lakeshore Flood Warning Issued for Alger County: 20-30 Foot Waves Possible
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a Lakeshore Flood Warning for Alger County, effective from Sunday night through Tuesday morning, as waves reach up to 30 feet.
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- Record type
- Lakeshore Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Alger County, Michigan
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Marquette MI
Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Alger County, Michigan.
Alert Details
A Lakeshore Flood Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Marquette, MI. This alert signifies that significant lakeshore flooding is expected along the coast of Alger County.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers Alger County in Michigan. Residents in low-lying areas near the lake should prepare for rising water levels and significant wave action.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to take necessary actions to protect flood-prone property immediately. If travel is required, allow extra time as numerous roads may be closed due to flooding. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. The NWS recommends avoiding the shoreline during this period due to hazardous conditions.
Expected Conditions
Significant lakeshore flooding is anticipated, driven by wave heights that could reach between 20 and 30 feet. These conditions are expected to cause the inundation of low-lying property, including parking lots, lawns, homes, and businesses near the lake. Additionally, some shoreline erosion is likely to occur as a result of the high wave energy.
Timeline
The Lakeshore Flood Warning is in effect from 8:00 PM EDT Sunday, March 15, until 8:00 AM EDT Tuesday, March 17.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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