FZUS72 KTBW 050721 MWSTBW Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Tampa Bay Area Ruskin FL 321 AM EDT Sun Jul 5 2026 GMZ830-853-050800- 321 AM EDT Sun Jul 5 2026 A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Coastal waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 NM... Tampa Bay waters... At 321 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, moving northeast 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 this storm passes. && LAT...LON 2761 8249 2750 8265 2756 8279 2779 8269 2766 8246 $$ TBW