Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS New Orleans/Baton Rouge, LA
Issued by NWS New Orleans/Baton Rouge, LA
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FZUS74 KLIX 161445
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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service New Orleans LA
945 AM CDT Sun Aug 16 2026
GMZ536-557-577-161545-
945 AM CDT Sun Aug 16 2026
A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas...
Chandeleur Sound...
Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island
Louisiana out 20 to 60 NM...
Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island out 20
NM...
At 945 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots and weak waterspouts. This
thunderstorm was located 24 nm south of Horn Island, moving southwest
at 10 knots.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher
waves and dangerous lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe
harbor immediately until this activity passes.
Brief, weak waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on
alert in case warnings are issued for waterspout development.
Report severe weather to the Coast Guard or nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
forecast office.
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LAT...LON 2961 8873 2976 8900 2990 8894 2994 8854
2982 8842
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TJS