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Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC

333 PM EDT Wed May 1 2024



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333 PM EDT Wed May 1 2024



...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHING THE WATERS...



The areas affected include...

  Alligator River...



At 332 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable

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

over The Vicinity Of Frying Pan, or 13 nm south of The Mouth Of The

Alligator River, moving southeast at 20 knots.



The strong thunderstorm will remain over mainly open waters.



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 3571 7619 3589 7606 3582 7583 3559 7599



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