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Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Miami FL

416 PM EDT Tue Jul 7 2026



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416 PM EDT Tue Jul 7 2026



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



The areas affected include...

  Coastal waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL out 20 NM...

  Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL out 20 NM...



At 416 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable

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

near Chevelier Bay, moving northwest at 10 knots.



The strong thunderstorm will remain over mainly open waters.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



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

waves. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this storm

passes.



A special marine warning may eventually be required for this storm.

Boaters should consider heading for shore before the storm arrives.



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LAT...LON 2566 8148 2577 8145 2586 8135 2585 8133

      2571 8119 2567 8122 2567 8124 2564 8123

      2563 8124 2562 8134



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