Marine Weather Statement Issued by NWS Jacksonville, FL
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FZUS72 KJAX 232134
MWSJAX
Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Jacksonville FL
534 PM EDT Sat Mar 23 2024
AMZ470-232300-
534 PM EDT Sat Mar 23 2024
...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS OVER THE WATERS...
The areas affected include...
Waters from Altamaha Sound GA to Fernandina Beach FL from 20 to 60
NM...
At 533 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. These
thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near D R H
Buoy to 6 nm southwest of Tug Rio Caroni to 11 nm southeast of St
Simons Island Village, moving southeast 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 these storms pass.
These strong thunderstorms 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 these strong thunderstorms
reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for
shore before these strong thunderstorms arrives.
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LAT...LON 3122 8082 3111 8028 3058 8056 3078 8110
3087 8108 3096 8107 3098 8105 3108 8098
3119 8094 3124 8094
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