Marine Weather Statement for Mona Passage Southward to 17N
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- Mona Passage Southward to 17N
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What is happening
The areas affected include... Mona Passage Southward to 17N... * At 906 PM AST, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and frequent lightning. This strong thunderstorm was located over open waters of Mona Passage Southward to 17N zone, moving west at 5 knots....
What the bulletin says to do
Report severe weather to the Coast Guard or nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service office. Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, lightning strikes, and heavy downpours. 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.
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Bulletin details
The areas affected include... Mona Passage Southward to 17N... * At 906 PM AST, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and frequent lightning. This strong thunderstorm was located over open waters of Mona Passage Southward to 17N zone, moving west at 5 knots. Locations impacted include... Mainly open waters of Mona Passage Southward to 17N.
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Marine Weather Statement issued October 13 at 9:06PM AST by NWS San Juan PR
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS San Juan PR. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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