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Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Miami, FL
Issued by NWS Miami, FL
659 FZUS72 KMFL 172125 MWSMFL Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Miami FL 525 PM EDT Wed Jul 17 2024 GMZ656-172230- 525 PM EDT Wed Jul 17 2024 ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL out 20 NM... At 525 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 8 nm northwest of Chokoloskee, moving west at 15 knots. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... This strong thunderstorm will likely produce winds to around 30 knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine warning may eventually be required for this storm. Boaters should consider heading for shore before the storm arrives. Waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on the alert in case warnings are issued for waterspout development. && LAT...LON 2602 8200 2600 8164 2597 8162 2597 8158 2593 8147 2590 8144 2589 8137 2582 8132 2580 8134 2582 8136 2581 8136 2581 8137 2561 8192 2567 8197 $$ SB