FZUS72 KTBW 250201 MWSTBW Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Tampa Bay Area Ruskin FL 1001 PM EDT Mon Mar 24 2025 GMZ873-250230- 1001 PM EDT Mon Mar 24 2025 A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 to 60 NM... At 1000 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 50 nm southwest of Longboat Pass, moving northeast at 30 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 this storm passes. && LAT...LON 2725 8309 2684 8288 2674 8331 2685 8336 2704 8349 $$ TBW