####018001191####
FZUS72 KMHX 011951

MWSMHX



Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Newport/Morehead City NC

351 PM EDT Wed May 1 2024



AMZ131-230-012015-

351 PM EDT Wed May 1 2024



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



The areas affected include...

  Albemarle Sound...

  Alligator River...



At 351 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable

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

near The Mouth Of The Alligator River, moving northeast at 15 knots.



The strong thunderstorm will be near...

  The Mouth Of The Alligator River and The Center Of The Albemarle 

  Sound around 355 PM EDT.



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.



&&



LAT...LON 3613 7610 3614 7609 3607 7581 3588 7598

      3594 7618 3613 7611 3612 7611 3614 7610



$$



RCF