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Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Tampa Bay Area Ruskin FL

656 PM EDT Sat Sep 12 2026



GMZ876-130000-

656 PM EDT Sat Sep 12 2026



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



The areas affected include...

  Waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 to 60 NM...



At 656 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable

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

37 nm southwest of Captiva, moving west 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.



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LAT...LON 2598 8291 2631 8307 2650 8264 2617 8240



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