Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Wilmington, NC
Issued by NWS Wilmington, NC
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521 FZUS72 KILM 062102 MWSILM Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Wilmington NC 502 PM EDT Mon May 6 2024 AMZ252-254-062200- 502 PM EDT Mon May 6 2024 ...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS APPROACHING THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Cape Fear NC to Little River Inlet SC out 20 nm... Coastal waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC out 20 nm... At 502 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 20 nm north of Holden Beach to 8 nm north of North Myrtle Beach to 10 nm northwest of Murrells Inlet, moving southeast at 15 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 these storms pass. If caught on the open water, prepare for deteriorating conditions. Make sure you and your crew are wearing properly fitted life jackets. && LAT...LON 3372 7884 3381 7868 3390 7837 3391 7810 3375 7825 3343 7881 3353 7903 $$ ABW