Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Jacksonville, FL
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FZUS72 KJAX 300711
MWSJAX
Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Jacksonville FL
311 AM EDT Sat Aug 30 2025
AMZ450-470-300815-
311 AM EDT Sat Aug 30 2025
...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS WITH WATERSPOUT POTENTIAL OVER THE WATERS...
The areas affected include...
Coastal waters from Altamaha Sound to Fernandina Beach FL out 20
NM...
Waters from Altamaha Sound GA to Fernandina Beach FL from 20 to 60
NM...
At 311 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm,
capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and waterspouts. This
thunderstorm was located 11 nm southwest of Tug Rio Caroni, or 15 nm
southeast of Altamaha Sound, moving northwest at 15 knots.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher
waves, lightning strikes, and heavy downpours. Boaters should seek
safe harbor immediately until this storm passes.
Waterspouts are possible with this activity. If a waterspout occurs,
move your boat away from it. Waterspouts can develop rapidly and
produce winds and seas that are dangerous for vessels and everyone
onboard.
&&
LAT...LON 3130 8133 3128 8132 3128 8124 3121 8078
3089 8034 3079 8039 3080 8042 3091 8118
3130 8135
$$
NELSON