Marine Weather Statement for Long Island Sound East of New Haven CT/Port Jefferson NY to the Mouth of the Connecticut River; Long Island Sound West of New Haven CT/Port Jefferson NY
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Long Island Sound East of New Haven CT/Port Jefferson NY to the Mouth of the Connecticut River, Long Island Sound West of New Haven CT/Port Jefferson NY
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- Minor
- Official urgency
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- Observed
What is happening
The areas affected include... Central Long Island Sound... At 511 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located over Mouth of the Housatonic River, moving east at 20 knots. Locations impacted include... New Haven...
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 this storm passes. This strong thunderstorm will likely produce winds to around 30 knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine warning may eventually be required if this storm stregthens and when this strong thunderstorm reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before this strong thunderstorm arrives.
Full official description
Bulletin details
The areas affected include... Central Long Island Sound... At 511 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and small hail. This thunderstorm was located over Mouth of the Housatonic River, moving east at 20 knots. Locations impacted include... New Haven Harbor, Mouth of the Housatonic River, Central Long Island Sound, and The Thimbles.
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Official revisions
- Alert
Marine Weather Statement issued August 8 at 5:11PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Official revision
Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Upton NY. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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