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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service San Juan PR
931 AM AST Wed May 8 2024

AMZ733-081530-
931 AM AST Wed May 8 2024

...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS OVER THE WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Caribbean Waters of Puerto Rico from 10 NM to 17N, including the
  Coastal Waters of Saint Croix...

At 931 AM AST, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were
located along a line northwest of St. Croix, moving southeast 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 these storms pass.

Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher
waves, lightning strikes, and heavy downpours. Boaters should seek
safe harbor immediately until these storms pass.

This 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 storms reach the
nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before
these storms arrive.

Intense lightning is occurring with these storms. If caught on the
open water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded
metal objects.

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LAT...LON 1777 6576 1810 6481 1776 6458 1777 6467
      1775 6471 1778 6475 1777 6487 1775 6489
      1768 6490 1770 6471 1775 6459 1774 6457
      1734 6511 1723 6555

$$

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