Lake Michigan storm warning: bathing is dangerous

Lake Michigan storm warning: bathing is dangerous

Power Chicago warned residents that swimming on the beaches of the city can be unsafe at the beginning of this week.

The national weather service said that on the beaches of lake Michigan will be «life-threatening waves and currents». Waves can reach 5-8 feet in height.

Meteorologists suggest before heading down to the beach, to see the latest data about their operation, reference services regarding the appropriateness of their use.

As of Monday morning in Chicago was opened all the beaches, except Fargo Beach.

The warning came after yesterday at Montrose Beach because of big waves lost one of the bathers.

DANGEROUS Swimming Conditions Monday and Tuesday pic.twitter.com/TOlR7TvZ6f

— NWS Chicago (@NWSChicago) June 5, 2017

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