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FZUS72 KTBW 131314
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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Tampa Bay Area Ruskin FL
914 AM EDT Sun Jul 13 2025

GMZ850-870-131445-
914 AM EDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS OVER THE WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Coastal waters from Tarpon Springs to Suwannee River FL out 20
  NM...
  Waters from Tarpon Springs to Suwannee River FL out 20 to 60 NM...

At 913 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were
located offshore Levy and Citrus counties, moving southeast at 10
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 this storm. If caught on the open
water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded metal
objects.

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LAT...LON 2923 8299 2922 8280 2859 8256 2828 8266
      2830 8362 2889 8399 2908 8368 2926 8303

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