Marine Weather Statement for Lake Pontchartrain; Lake Borgne
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Lake Borgne, Lake Pontchartrain
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What is happening
A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Lake Borgne... Lake Pontchartrain... At 339 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a cluster of strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots, weak waterspouts and small hail. This cluster of thunderstorms is generally located near...
What the bulletin says to do
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Full official description
Bulletin details
A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Lake Borgne... Lake Pontchartrain... At 339 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a cluster of strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots, weak waterspouts and small hail. This cluster of thunderstorms is generally located near Lacombe, or near Mandeville, moving south at 20 knots. Mariners can expect widespread gusty winds to around 30 knots, higher waves, small hail and dangerous lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this activity passes. Brief, weak waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on alert in case warnings are issued for waterspout development.
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- Alert
Marine Weather Statement issued August 27 at 3:39AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
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Source and limitations
Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS New Orleans LA. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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