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Marine Weather Statement for Long Island Sound West of New Haven CT/Port Jefferson NY; New York Harbor; Sandy Hook NJ to Fire Island Inlet NY out 20 NM

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The areas affected include... Sandy Hook NJ to Fire Island Inlet NY out 20 NM... Long Island Sound West of New Haven CT / Port Jefferson NY... New York Harbor... At 639 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 9 nm northwest...

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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 when this strong thunderstorm reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before this strong thunderstorm arrives.

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The areas affected include... Sandy Hook NJ to Fire Island Inlet NY out 20 NM... Long Island Sound West of New Haven CT / Port Jefferson NY... New York Harbor... At 639 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 9 nm northwest of Upper New York Harbor, moving east at 30 knots.

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    Marine Weather Statement issued October 16 at 6:39PM EDT by NWS Upton NY

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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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