Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Charleston, SC

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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Charleston SC
248 AM EDT Sun May 19 2024

AMZ374-190745-
248 AM EDT Sun May 19 2024

...HAZARDOUS THUNDERSTORMS APPROACHING THE COASTAL WATERS...

At 247 AM EDT, thunderstorms were located along a line extending from
Jekyll Island to near Amelia City, moving east at 40 knots.

  HAZARD...Winds up to 30 knots and small hail.

  IMPACT...Expect briefly stronger winds and suddenly higher waves.
           Small, wind driven hail could damage sails, canvas and
           upholstery. Take down sails if possible.

Marine locations impacted through 345 AM EDT include:
R2 Tower...

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher
waves, lightning strikes, and poor visibility in heavy rain. Boaters
should seek safe harbor immediately until these storms pass. Put on a
personal flotation device.

&&

LAT...LON 3124 8094 3129 8093 3163 7998 3158 7988
      3146 7995 3142 8004 3125 8016 3119 8024
      3111 8028

$$

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