Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS San Juan, PR
Issued by NWS San Juan, PR
170 FZCA72 TJSJ 060137 MWSSJU Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service San Juan PR 937 PM AST Wed Jun 5 2024 AMZ711-742-060330- 937 PM AST Wed Jun 5 2024 ...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS OVER THE LOCAL ATLANTIC WATERS... The areas affected include... Atlantic Waters of Puerto Rico AND USVI from 10 NM to 19.5N... Coastal Waters OF Northwestern Puerto Rico out 10 NM... At 936 PM AST, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and frequent lightning. Waterspouts are possible. These thunderstorm were located over the local Atlantic waters at about 20 nautical miles northwest of Aguadilla, moving northeast at 10 knots. 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. Intense lightning is occurring with this storm. If caught on the open water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded metal objects. Report severe weather to the Coast Guard or nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service forecast office. && LAT...LON 1949 6613 1915 6613 1868 6720 1850 6737 1851 6800 1950 6800 $$ ICP