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Lake Athabasca

Forecast

Marine Forecast

Issued 06:26 PM MDT 24 September 2023

Tonight and Monday.

Gale warning in effect.

Wind southwest 15 knots except southwest 35 near thunderstorms this evening. Wind becoming southwest 20 Monday morning then diminishing to west 10 Monday afternoon. Wind increasing to east 15 Monday evening.

Scattered showers ending Monday afternoon. Risk of thunderstorms this evening.

Extended Forecast

Issued 05:00 PM MDT 24 September 2023
Tuesday Wind east 15 knots increasing to east 25 in the morning then diminishing to light in the afternoon.
Wednesday Wind light.
Thursday Wind northwest 25 knots.

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Warnings

Warnings (In effect)

Gale warning in effect

Lake Athabasca

Issued 6:26 PM MDT 24 September 2023

'Gale' force winds of 34 to 47 knots are occurring or expected to occur in this marine area. Watch for updated statements. Please refer to the latest marine forecasts for further details and continue to monitor the situation through Canadian Coast Guard radio or Weatheradio stations.

Watches (In effect)

Squall watch in effect

Lake Athabasca

Issued 6:27 PM MDT 24 September 2023 Conditions are favourable for the development of squalls with wind gusts up to 35 knots and frequent lightning.

Thunderstorms with strong gusts are possible this evening.

Mariners are advised to prepare for potential squalls. Vulnerable vessels are most at risk and should seek safe harbour if underway.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. For more information monitor Canadian Coast Guard radio or Weatheradio stations.

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