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Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Jacksonville FL

951 PM EDT Mon Aug 4 2025



AMZ470-050245-

951 PM EDT Mon Aug 4 2025



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



The areas affected include...

  Waters from Altamaha Sound GA to Fernandina Beach FL from 20 to 60

  NM...



At 950 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable

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

29 nm south of Tug Rio Caroni, or 33 nm southeast of St. Simons

Island, moving east at 15 knots.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



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

waves, lightning strikes, and heavy downpours. 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.



Waterspouts are possible with this activity. If a waterspout occurs,

move your boat away from it. Waterspouts can develop rapidly and

produce winds and seas that are dangerous for vessels and everyone

onboard.



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LAT...LON 3094 8032 3071 8043 3057 8041 3059 8070

      3064 8106 3096 8092 3107 8029



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