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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service San Juan PR
738 AM AST Fri May 24 2024

AMZ711-741-241330-
738 AM AST Fri May 24 2024

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Atlantic Waters of Puerto Rico AND USVI from 10 NM to 19.5N...
  Mona Passage Southward to 17N...

At 735 AM AST, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm,
capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms
were located over the western offshore Atlantic waters and Mona
Passage, 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 this storm passes.

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 1887 6652 1863 6737 1849 6737 1840 6744
      1821 6738 1771 6740 1758 6800 1950 6800
      1951 6644

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