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Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Miami, FL
Issued by NWS Miami, FL
618 FZUS72 KMFL 152241 MWSMFL Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Miami FL 641 PM EDT Thu Aug 15 2024 GMZ656-657-152345- 641 PM EDT Thu Aug 15 2024 ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL out 20 NM... Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL out 20 NM... At 641 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 7 nm northwest of Chokoloskee, moving south at 5 knots. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots and locally higher waves. 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 2577 8166 2595 8155 2593 8147 2590 8144 2590 8137 2586 8134 2582 8124 2578 8121 2567 8120 2566 8124 2567 8126 $$ CWC