Marine Weather Statement for Waters from Sandy Hook NJ to Fire Island Inlet NY out 20 to 60 NM
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The areas affected include... The Open Waters 20 to 60 NM southeast of Sandy Hook NJ to south of Fire Island Inlet NY... At 351 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 12 nm southeast of Shark River Reef, moving northeast at...
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 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... The Open Waters 20 to 60 NM southeast of Sandy Hook NJ to south of Fire Island Inlet NY... At 351 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 12 nm southeast of Shark River Reef, moving northeast at 25 knots. The strong thunderstorm will remain over mainly open waters.
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Marine Weather Statement issued August 28 at 3:52PM 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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