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Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Lake Charles LA

432 PM CDT Wed Jul 22 2026



GMZ430-450-222215-

432 PM CDT Wed Jul 22 2026



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



The areas affected include...

  Coastal waters from Cameron LA to High Island TX out 20 NM...

  Sabine Lake...



At 431 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable

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

11 nm northeast of Port Arthur, moving southwest at 20 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.



Intense lightning is occurring with this storm. If caught on the open

water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded metal

objects.



LAT...LON 2996 9372 2983 9376 2978 9386 2973 9383

      2976 9375 2977 9360 2949 9355 2951 9405

      2967 9414 2970 9407 2970 9391 2976 9398

      2984 9398 2997 9392 3002 9386 3003 9379



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Calhoun