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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Wakefield VA
219 PM EDT Wed May 1 2024

ANZ633-658-011915-
219 PM EDT Wed May 1 2024

A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas...
  Coastal waters from NC VA border to Currituck Beach Light NC out
  20 nm...
  Currituck Sound...

At 219 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located
over Currituck Sound. The thunderstorm was nearly stationary.

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 3626 7592 3632 7594 3634 7599 3644 7605
      3645 7586 3645 7567 3624 7570

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Wray