Marine Weather Statement for Coastal waters from South Santee River to Edisto Beach SC out 20 NM; Coastal waters from Edisto Beach SC to Savannah GA out 20 NM
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Coastal waters from Edisto Beach SC to Savannah GA out 20 NM, Coastal waters from South Santee River to Edisto Beach SC out 20 NM
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- Minor
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What is happening
Doppler radar detected a thin line of showers along the South Carolina coast, from Charleston County south to Jasper County. These showers are developing within a environment that may support waterspouts, especially from Fripp Island north to Isle of Palms. The potential for waterspouts could remain until 230 PM.
What the bulletin says to do
If waterspouts occur, move your boat away from the waterspout. Remember that waterspouts can develop rapidly and produce winds and seas that are dangerous for vessels and everyone onboard. Report waterspouts via social media or by calling the National Weather Service at 1-888-383-2024.
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Marine Weather Statement issued August 2 at 12:23PM EDT by NWS Charleston SC
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Charleston SC. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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