Shepherd, MI Warnings, Watches and Advisories

Do not drive vehicles through flooded areas. The water depth or fast flowing water/mud/debris from a flash flood will make road conditions unsafe. Do not rely soley on data presented here or other third-party websites - always check your official national and local weather service agency website, socials, radio and/or TV stations for making critical decisions related to weather events.

Please carefully read each posted Warning and Alert as it relates to the area(s) being affected. We may provide a wider range of issued severe weather warnings for surrounding cities and counties, so some alerts may not directly impact this location. This is done to help with preparing for severe weather that may overlap or be heading towards Shepherd.

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Beach Hazards Statement issued June 12 at 4:38AM EDT until June 12 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI

* WHAT...High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. Piers may be heavily swamped by waves. * WHERE...Mason, Oceana, Muskegon, Ottawa, Allegan and Van Buren counties. * WHEN...Until noon EDT today. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Westerly winds of 15 to 25 mph will build waves this morning into the 3 to 6 foot range. Dangerous waves and currents are expected this morning, especially early. By noon, conditions should improve.

Beach Hazards Statement issued June 12 at 3:38AM EDT until June 13 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

* WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions due to 3-5 ft waves and rip currents. * WHERE...Benzie, Manistee and Southeast Chippewa Counties. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deeper water and high waves can sweep people off piers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Cold water temperatures could lead to hypothermia if anyone enters the water unprepared or unintentionally.

Beach Hazards Statement issued June 12 at 3:34AM EDT until June 12 at 12:00PM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI

* WHAT...High swim risk from high wave action and strong currents. Dangerous swimming conditions are expected. * WHERE...Huron County. * WHEN...Until noon EDT today. * IMPACTS...Strong currents can pull swimmers into deep water and prevent return to shore.

Beach Hazards Statement issued June 12 at 2:53AM EDT until June 12 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI

* WHAT...Dangerous swimming conditions are expected due to high wave action and strong rip currents. * WHERE...Southern Schoolcraft County. * WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to 2 PM EDT this afternoon. * IMPACTS...High wave action and dangerous currents will lead to life threatening swimming conditions. Waves in rapid succession can tire swimmers quickly. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Current related fatalities and rescues in the past have occurred due to similar wave conditions at locations listed below: For Southern Schoolcraft County: Near Lakeview Park and Seul Choix Point.