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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
545 PM EDT Thu May 30 2024

GMZ657-302245-
545 PM EDT Thu May 30 2024

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

The areas affected include...
  Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL out 20 NM...

At 545 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located
over Whitewater Bay, moving southwest at 10 knots.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher
waves, lightning strikes, and heavy downpours. Boaters should seek
safe harbor immediately until this storm passes.

Intense lightning is occurring with this storm. If caught on the open
water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded metal
objects.

Waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on the alert in
case warnings are issued for waterspout development.

&&

LAT...LON 2548 8156 2563 8111 2560 8108 2558 8100
      2551 8100 2551 8107 2547 8108 2545 8101
      2548 8094 2546 8091 2539 8094 2538 8098
      2535 8089 2520 8090 2519 8103 2528 8113
      2523 8114 2513 8104 2511 8136

$$

RAG