Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Wilmington, NC

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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
201 AM EDT Fri Jun 7 2024

AMZ250-270-070700-
201 AM EDT Fri Jun 7 2024

...Thunderstorms will affect the coastal waters from Cape Fear
northward...

The areas affected include...
  Coastal waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC out 20 nm...
  Waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC from 20 to 40 nm...

At 2 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms, capable of
producing winds to around 30 knots and cloud to sea lightning. The
thunderstorms were located near Sheepshead Rock northward to the
lower Cape Fear River, moving northeast at 30 knots.

The strong thunderstorm will affect...
  Dredge Wreck, 5 Mile Boxcars, 10 Mile Boxcars, Buoy Off Carolina
  Beach, Carolina Beach, School House Reef, 10 Mile Rocks, W R 2,
  and Topsail Boxcars.

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 3418 7721 3401 7704 3374 7783 3386 7796
      3391 7795 3397 7791 3407 7788 3415 7784
      3430 7771 3440 7759 3444 7752

$$

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