Marine Weather Statement for Mississippi Sound
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What you need to know
- Applies to
- Mississippi Sound
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What is happening
A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Mississippi Sound... At 411 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated an outflow boundary, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This boundary of gusty winds was located along a line extending from near Biloxi to near East Fowl River Bridge,...
What the bulletin says to do
Mariners can expect widespread gusty winds to around 30 knots and higher waves. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this activity passes. This an outflow boundary 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 activity reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before these storms arrive. Report severe weather to the Coast Guard or nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service forecast office.
Full official description
Bulletin details
A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Mississippi Sound... At 411 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated an outflow boundary, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This boundary of gusty winds was located along a line extending from near Biloxi to near East Fowl River Bridge, moving south at 20 knots.
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- Alert
Marine Weather Statement issued August 17 at 4:12PM 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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