Watches, Warnings & Advisories



One product issued by NWS for: 4NM NNE Captiva FL

Marine Weather Statement

Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Tampa Bay Area Ruskin FL
551 PM EDT Wed May 1 2024

GMZ836-012245-
551 PM EDT Wed May 1 2024

...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS APPROACHING THE WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound...

At 551 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were
located along a line extending from 14 nm east of Englewood to 15 nm
east of Don Pedro Island to 19 nm north of Fort Myers Beach, moving
south at 10 knots.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher
waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor
immediately until these storms pass.

These strong thunderstorms will likely produce winds to around 30
knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine
warning may eventually be required when these strong thunderstorms
reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for
shore before these strong thunderstorms arrives.

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LAT...LON 2659 8201 2656 8199 2651 8206 2669 8224
      2688 8228 2691 8226 2691 8224 2697 8222
      2699 8221 2704 8210 2692 8198

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