Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Wilmington, NC

Home |  Current Version |  Previous Version |  Text Only |  Print | Product List |  Glossary On
Versions: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35
408
FZUS72 KILM 281747
MWSILM

Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
147 PM EDT Tue May 28 2024

AMZ250-281845-
147 PM EDT Tue May 28 2024

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHING THE WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Coastal waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC out 20 nm...

At 146 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This
thunderstorm was located over South Masonboro Island, moving east at
10 knots. Additional storms could develop in the area.

Locations impacted include...
Liberty Ship, Dallas Rock, Billy Murrell Reef, Johnny Mercer Pier,
Masonboro Sea Buoy, Harris Reef, Kure Beach Point, Buoy Off Carolina
Beach, 5 Mile Boxcars, Kure Beach, North Masonboro Island, Figure
Eight Island, Wrightsville Beach, and Carolina Beach.

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 3426 7761 3395 7774 3400 7791 3416 7783
      3424 7777 3429 7772

$$

RJB