Marine Weather Statement for Terrebonne Bay; Coastal Waters from Port Fourchon LA to Lower Atchafalaya River LA out 20 nm
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- Coastal Waters from Port Fourchon LA to Lower Atchafalaya River LA out 20 nm, Terrebonne Bay
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What is happening
The areas affected include... Terrebonne Bay... Coastal Waters from Port Fourchon LA to Lower Atchafalaya River LA out 20 nm... * At 1118 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This strong thunderstorm was located near Terrebonne Bay, moving southwest...
What the bulletin says to do
Report severe weather to the Coast Guard or nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service office. 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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Bulletin details
The areas affected include... Terrebonne Bay... Coastal Waters from Port Fourchon LA to Lower Atchafalaya River LA out 20 nm... * At 1118 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This strong thunderstorm was located near Terrebonne Bay, moving southwest at 5 knots. Locations impacted include... Terrebonne Bay and Timbalier Island.
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Marine Weather Statement issued September 4 at 11:18PM 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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