# HEADLINE
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BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON
# DETAILS
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WHAT
High waves of 3 to 6 feet and dangerous currents occurring and expected at Lake Michigan beaches.
WHERE
Lake IN and Porter Counties.
WHEN
Through Wednesday afternoon.
IMPACTS
Swimming conditions will be life threatening, especially for inexperienced swimmers.
ISSUED AT
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 2:48 PM CDT
ISSUED BY
National Weather Service Chicago IL
HEADER
Coastal Hazard Message
# PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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Remain out of the water to avoid dangerous swimming conditions and do not venture out onto piers, jetties, breakwalls, or other shoreline structures.
# AREAS AFFECTED
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Lake IN, Porter