Wow! What Hit Us?
Last Thursday, July 2nd, a late afternoon squall hit our area on East Bear Island in a matter of minutes. I felt a breeze getting stronger while at the back of our cottage. I decided to go down to the dock to check on the boat. In less than four minutes, a violet wind, and nearly three foot waves were hitting our north breakwater. I got soaked from the splash of the waves while securing the boat's lines and canvas curtains. Boats out on the lake were caught in this fast moving event. I did not hear about any problems caused by this squall. Ten minutes later, the water was nearly calm again. 🐻
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