Weather Alerts For Alpena, MI

# HEADLINE -------------------- BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM EDT THIS EVENING # DETAILS -------------------- WHAT Dangerous swimming conditions from high waves and rip currents expected. Waves as high as 4 to 6 feet possible. WHERE Presque Isle, Alpena, Alcona, Iosco and Arenac Counties. WHEN Until 8 PM EDT this evening. IMPACTS A high swim risk means that life-threatening waves and currents are expected. Stay out of the water and stay away from dangerous areas like piers and breakwalls. ISSUED AT Monday, September 21, 2026 at 10:12 AM EDT ISSUED BY National Weather Service Gaylord MI HEADER Coastal Hazard Message # PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS -------------------- Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. # AREAS AFFECTED -------------------- Alcona, Alpena, Arenac, Iosco, Presque Isle