Marine Weather Statement for Coastal waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC out 20 NM
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What is happening
The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC out 20 NM... At 700 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a gust front, capable of producing winds up to around 30 knots. This gust front was located along a line extending from 10 nm west of North Myrtle Beach to near Myrtle Beach...
What the bulletin says to do
Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots and locally higher waves. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this gust front passes. If caught on the open water, prepare for deteriorating conditions. Make sure you and your crew are wearing properly fitted life jackets.
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The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC out 20 NM... At 700 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a gust front, capable of producing winds up to around 30 knots. This gust front was located along a line extending from 10 nm west of North Myrtle Beach to near Myrtle Beach to 9 nm northwest of Garden City, moving southeast at 20 knots. Locations impacted include... Springmaid Pier, Myrtle Beach Rock, Paradise Reef, and Myrtle Beach.
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Marine Weather Statement issued August 16 at 7:01PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Wilmington NC. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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