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Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Wakefield VA

127 PM EDT Wed May 1 2024



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127 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 126 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable

of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located

over Currituck Sound, 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.



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 3621 7590 3625 7592 3637 7594 3635 7552

      3622 7556 3622 7577 3616 7576



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