Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Portland, ME
Issued by NWS Portland, ME
646 FZUS71 KGYX 201919 MWSGYX Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Gray ME 319 PM EDT Thu Jun 20 2024 ANZ152-153-202115- 319 PM EDT Thu Jun 20 2024 ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHING THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Casco Bay... Coastal Waters from Port Clyde, ME to Cape Elizabeth, ME out 25 NM... At 319 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located near Portland, moving east 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 this storm passes. This a 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 storm reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before the storm arrives. && LAT...LON 4374 7024 4381 7020 4382 7014 4384 7012 4384 6990 4371 6961 4346 7002 4356 7019 4358 7026 4359 7024 4361 7025 4362 7033 4366 7034 $$ ARNOTT