Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Miami, FL
Issued by NWS Miami, FL
745 FZUS72 KMFL 200625 MWSMFL Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Miami FL 225 AM EDT Mon May 20 2024 GMZ657-200715- 225 AM EDT Mon May 20 2024 ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE NEARSHORE GULF WATERS... The areas affected include... Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL out 20 NM... At 224 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 7 nm southwest of Highland Point, moving east at 15 knots. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots and locally higher waves. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this storm passes. This strong thunderstorm will likely produce winds to around 30 knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine warning may eventually be required for this storm. Boaters should consider heading for shore before the storm arrives. Waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on the alert in case warnings are issued for waterspout development. && LAT...LON 2536 8144 2554 8145 2557 8100 2551 8100 2549 8103 2551 8107 2547 8108 2545 8101 2548 8095 2547 8093 2539 8094 2538 8098 2536 8094 2530 8094 $$ Hadi