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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
554 PM EDT Sun Jul 13 2025

AMZ610-132345-
554 PM EDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS APPROACHING SOUTHERN LAKE OKEECHOBEE...

The areas affected include...
  Southern Lake Okeechobee...

At 551 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms moving
through the northern portion of Lake Okeechobee waters, capable of
producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. These
thunderstorms will move south at 10 to 15 knots through the northern
Lake Okeechobee waters and into the Southern Lake Okeechobee waters
between 630 PM EDT and 8 PM EDT this evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

These strong thunderstorms will likely produce winds to around 30
knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine
warning may eventually be required for these storms. Boaters should
consider heading for shore before these storms arrive.

Intense lightning is occurring with these storms. If caught on the
open water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded
metal objects.

Report severe weather to the coast guard or nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service
forecast office.

Waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on the alert in
case warnings are issued for waterspout development.

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LAT...LON 2693 8059 2689 8059 2680 8066 2674 8066
      2668 8072 2671 8088 2679 8100 2683 8111
      2689 8115 2696 8062

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