Chicago, Illinois – Beaches along Lake Michigan in Wisconsin, Illinois, and Indiana are under a high swim risk through Monday, as dangerous rip currents and large waves threaten the shoreline from Milwaukee to Chicago and Gary.
According to the National Weather Service, life-threatening swim conditions are in effect along most beaches in these three states, including hotspots like Waukegan, Evanston, Chicago, Gary, Chesterton, and New Buffalo. Officials warn that these types of waves and currents have caused drownings before and urge everyone to stay out of the water, breakwalls, and piers until the risk subsides.
The warning covers all major beaches on the Wisconsin, Illinois, and Northwest Indiana shores of Lake Michigan. Local authorities are posting closure signs and increasing patrols. Anyone visiting the lakefront should obey all posted warnings, keep children away from the water’s edge, and avoid risky activities on piers and rocks. Emergency response teams in Chicago, Kenosha, and Gary are on alert, and local agencies are asking residents to report anyone in distress immediately.
High waves and strong rip currents are expected to ease by Monday night, but advisories could be extended if conditions don’t improve. Residents should check for the latest updates from the National Weather Service before heading out.
