FZUS72 KMLB 070048

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Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Melbourne FL

848 PM EDT Sun Sep 6 2026



AMZ555-575-070145-

848 PM EDT Sun Sep 6 2026



...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS OVER THE WATERS...



The areas affected include...

  Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 0-20 nm...

  Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 20-60 nm...



At 848 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable

of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were

located along a line extending from 20 nm northeast of South Beach to

12 nm east of Fort Pierce Inlet to 7 nm northeast of Saint Lucie

Nuclear Power Plant, 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 these storms pass.



Frequent cloud to water lightning is occurring with these storms. If

caught on the open water stay below deck and, if possible, avoid

ungrounded metal objects. Remember, lightning can strike beyond 10

miles away from a thunderstorm.



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LAT...LON 2782 7960 2747 7970 2725 7987 2739 8021

      2753 8013 2781 8005



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