####018000936#### FZUS74 KHGX 291546 MWSHGX Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX 1046 AM CDT Mon Apr 29 2024 GMZ370-375-291645- 1046 AM CDT Mon Apr 29 2024 A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX from 20 to 60 NM... Waters from High Island to Freeport TX from 20 to 60 NM... At 1045 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 40 knots. This thunderstorm was located 7 nm northeast of Galveston A196, moving east 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. && LAT...LON 2830 9543 2848 9430 2839 9423 2818 9460 2799 9484 2780 9524 $$