Beach hazards in effect after deadly weekend in Lake Michigan

Beach hazards in effect after deadly weekend in Lake Michigan

Dangerous conditions are keeping swimmers out of Lake Michigan on Monday afternoon following a deadly weekend in Northwest Indiana.

CHICAGO - Dangerous conditions are keeping swimmers out of Lake Michigan on Monday afternoon following a deadly weekend in Northwest Indiana.

What we know:

Beach hazard statements are in effect until 7 p.m. Monday for Cook and Lake counties in Illinois. In Indiana, the advisory remains in place until 9 p.m. for Lake, Porter and La Porte counties.

High waves and strong currents are creating dangerous swimming conditions, and officials are urging people to stay out of the water.

On Sunday, a father and son drowned near Dune Acres in Porter County. Authorities said Jameson Meneou, 20, of Lockport, began struggling in deep water. His father, David Meneou, 65, of Joliet, tried to save him, but both men drowned.

Tracking Swimming Conditions:

To keep up to date with the latest swimming conditions, follow this link. 

This will allow you to easily check those green, yellow or red flags at your nearest beach.