GRAND HAVEN, Mich. - Powerful waves slammed into one of western Michigan 's most recognizable lighthouses Friday as a significant cold front swept across the Great Lakes, bringing dangerous conditions to coastal areas.

National Weather Service offices across the state issued marine warnings and beach hazard statements, urging swimmers, boaters and pier-goers to stay away from the water.

"Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions and do not venture out on piers," the NWS warned in a statement.

Forecasters were expecting winds of between 40 to 50 mph and waves of 10 to 15 feet along the Lake Michigan shoreline, while precipitation values were limited to about a quarter of an inch or less.

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