Marine Weather Statement for Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD
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The areas affected include... Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD... At 1059 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a line of strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorm were located over the Potomac River from near Quantico to near Cobb Island, moving northeast at...
What the bulletin says to do
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.
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The areas affected include... Tidal Potomac from Indian Head to Cobb Island MD... At 1059 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a line of strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorm were located over the Potomac River from near Quantico to near Cobb Island, moving northeast at 25 knots.
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Marine Weather Statement issued August 22 at 11:00PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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