Published July 8, 2021 • Updated on July 8, 2021 at 8:43 pm NBCUniversal Media, LLC High waves are expected on Lake Michigan Friday, leading the National Weather Service to issue a beach hazard statement. According to forecast models, winds along the lake will whip up waves of 3-to-6 feet in height, leading to potentially hazardous conditions for swimmers. Don't miss local breaking news and weather! Download our mobile app for iOS or Android — and sign up for alerts. The alert was issued for Cook County in Illinois, along with Lake, Porter and LaPorte counties in Indiana, according to the service. Local