Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
Issued by NWS Wakefield, VA
038 FZUS71 KAKQ 082047 MWSAKQ Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Wakefield VA 447 PM EDT Wed May 8 2024 ANZ631-082130- 447 PM EDT Wed May 8 2024 ...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Chesapeake Bay from Windmill Point to New Point Comfort VA... At 446 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located near Nassawadox Reef, moving east at 35 knots. Locations impacted include... Hole In The Wall, Nassawadox Reef, Occohannock Reef, Rappahannock Range Light, Rappahannock Light, The Cell, and Gwynns Island Reef. 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. && LAT...LON 3761 7625 3759 7587 3758 7579 3757 7579 3753 7581 3751 7584 3747 7585 3743 7589 3737 7590 3742 7629 $$ TG