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Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Miami FL

620 AM EDT Mon Apr 22 2024



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620 AM EDT Mon Apr 22 2024



...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS...



The areas affected include...

  Waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM...



At 620 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable

of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This

thunderstorm was located 39 nm west of R Tower, moving east at 25

knots.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots and locally higher

waves. 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 2610 8254 2581 8236 2568 8274 2584 8285

      2593 8290 2597 8292



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