Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Wilmington, NC
Issued by NWS Wilmington, NC
219 FZUS72 KILM 250139 MWSILM Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Wilmington NC 939 PM EDT Fri May 24 2024 AMZ272-274-250245- 939 PM EDT Fri May 24 2024 ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Waters from Cape Fear NC to Little River Inlet SC from 20 to 40 nm... Waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC from 20 to 40 nm... At 938 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located near Long Bay Terrace, moving southeast at 15 knots. Locations impacted include... Sunset Mid Shelf Buoy. 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 this storm passes. If caught on the open water, prepare for deteriorating conditions. Make sure you and your crew are wearing properly fitted life jackets. && LAT...LON 3319 7812 3324 7826 3321 7835 3326 7844 3341 7837 3332 7807 3319 7777 3317 7787 3317 7799 $$ DCH