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Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Miami, FL
Issued by NWS Miami, FL
589 FZUS72 KMFL 171827 MWSMFL Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Miami FL 227 PM EDT Wed Jul 17 2024 GMZ657-171915- 227 PM EDT Wed Jul 17 2024 ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL out 20 NM... At 227 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located near Highland Point, moving northwest at 5 knots. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Intense lightning is occurring with this storm. If caught on the open water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded metal objects. Waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on the alert in case warnings are issued for waterspout development. && LAT...LON 2553 8118 2529 8127 2545 8162 2571 8145 $$ SB