High wave action makes swimming difficult as waves on the Great Lakes occur in rapid succession. High wave action also leads to strong currents.

BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING... The National Weather Service in Green Bay has issued a Beach Hazards Statement, which is in effect through Friday evening. * High wave action, strong currents, and dangerous swimming conditions expected. * Location... Beaches of Door County including Rock Island State Beach, Baileys Harbor beaches, and Whitefish Dunes Beach. Beaches of Kewaunee County including Cresent Beach and City of Kewaunee Beach. * Strong 15 to 25 knot winds will bring waves of 4 to 7 feet to the Lake Michigan shore of northeast Wisconsin through Friday evening, resulting in dangerous swimming conditions.