Marine Weather Statement for Chandeleur Sound; Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island out 20 NM
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The areas affected include... Chandeleur Sound... Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island out 20 NM... At 1159 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located near Chandeleur Sound, moving southwest at 20 knots....
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The areas affected include... Chandeleur Sound... Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island out 20 NM... At 1159 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located near Chandeleur Sound, moving southwest at 20 knots. Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, and dangerous lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this activity passes.
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Marine Weather Statement issued August 19 at 11:59PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
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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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