Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS New Orleans/Baton Rouge, LA
Issued by NWS New Orleans/Baton Rouge, LA
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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service New Orleans LA
126 AM CDT Fri May 31 2024
GMZ530-310730-
126 AM CDT Fri May 31 2024
A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas...
Lake Pontchartrain and Lake Maurepas...
At 125 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a cluster of strong
thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots, weak
waterspouts and small hail. This cluster of thunderstorms is
generally located along a line extending from 11 nm west of Lake
Maurepas to 21 nm west of Kenner, moving east at 15 knots.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners can expect widespread gusty winds to around 30 knots, higher
waves, small hail and dangerous lightning strikes. Boaters should
seek safe harbor immediately until this activity passes.
Brief, weak waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on
alert in case warnings are issued for waterspout development.
Intense lightning is occurring with these storms. If caught on the
open water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded
metal objects.
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LAT...LON 3040 9017 3001 9017 3005 9038 3010 9046
3016 9046 3015 9058 3019 9062 3031 9059
3037 9048 3034 9041 3028 9037 3038 9028
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HRL