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Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Miami, FL
Issued by NWS Miami, FL
729 FZUS72 KMFL 161957 MWSMFL Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Miami FL 357 PM EDT Tue Jul 16 2024 GMZ656-162100- 357 PM EDT Tue Jul 16 2024 ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHING THE GULF WATERS NEAR MARCO AND NAPLES... The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL out 20 NM... At 357 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located over Marco Island, moving west at 5 knots. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, lightning strikes, and heavy downpours. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this storm passes. Waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on the alert in case warnings are issued for waterspout development. && LAT...LON 2615 8176 2615 8175 2608 8176 2600 8169 2600 8164 2597 8162 2597 8158 2594 8149 2589 8144 2567 8183 2612 8209 $$ RAG