Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Wilmington, NC
Issued by NWS Wilmington, NC
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585 FZUS72 KILM 281040 MWSILM Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Wilmington NC 640 AM EDT Tue May 28 2024 AMZ250-252-272-274-281145- 640 AM EDT Tue May 28 2024 ...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS OVER THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Cape Fear NC to Little River Inlet SC out 20 nm... Coastal waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC out 20 nm... Waters from Cape Fear NC to Little River Inlet SC from 20 to 40 nm... Waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC from 20 to 40 nm... At 640 AM 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 Gary Ennis Reef to Bp 25 Liberty Ship Wreck, moving northeast 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. If caught on the open water, prepare for deteriorating conditions. Make sure you and your crew are wearing properly fitted life jackets. Intense lightning is occurring with these storms. If caught on the open water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded metal objects. && LAT...LON 3328 7842 3331 7850 3337 7853 3374 7783 3345 7750 $$ III