Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
111 FZUS71 KAKQ 110446 MWSAKQ Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Wakefield VA 1246 AM EDT Tue Jun 11 2024 ANZ630-110545- 1246 AM EDT Tue Jun 11 2024 ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Chesapeake Bay from Smith Point to Windmill Point VA... At 1245 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located near Southwest Middle Grounds, moving east at 25 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. 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 when this strong thunderstorm reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before this strong thunderstorm arrives. && LAT...LON 3789 7615 3789 7606 3793 7604 3791 7604 3793 7603 3790 7603 3790 7591 3796 7589 3796 7586 3797 7587 3797 7589 3799 7586 3802 7575 3800 7563 3796 7559 3781 7563 3761 7579 3762 7627 $$ Rogers