FZUS72 KTBW 152335 MWSTBW Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Tampa Bay Area Ruskin FL 735 PM EDT Tue Sep 15 2026 GMZ836-856-160030- 735 PM EDT Tue Sep 15 2026 A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound... Coastal waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 NM... At 735 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located over North Captiva Island, moving southwest at 15 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 2673 8219 2654 8207 2624 8233 2659 8257 $$ TBW