Marine Weather Statement for Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 0-20 nm; Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 20-60 nm
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The areas affected include... Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 0-20 nm... Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 20-60 nm... At 848 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 20 nm northeast of South...
What the bulletin says to do
Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until these storms pass. Frequent cloud to water lightning is occurring with these storms. If caught on the open water stay below deck and, if possible, avoid ungrounded metal objects. Remember, lightning can strike beyond 10 miles away from a thunderstorm.
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The areas affected include... Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 0-20 nm... Sebastian Inlet to Jupiter Inlet 20-60 nm... At 848 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 20 nm northeast of South Beach to 12 nm east of Fort Pierce Inlet to 7 nm northeast of Saint Lucie Nuclear Power Plant, moving east at 10 knots.
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Marine Weather Statement issued September 6 at 8:48PM EDT by NWS Melbourne FL
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Melbourne FL. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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