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... Coastal Waters from Port Fourchon LA to Lower Atchafalaya River LA out 20 nm... Terrebonne Bay... At 358 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 10 nm northwest of Timbalier Bay, moving south at...
What the bulletin says to do
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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Bulletin details
The areas affected include... Coastal Waters from Port Fourchon LA to Lower Atchafalaya River LA out 20 nm... Terrebonne Bay... At 358 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 10 nm northwest of Timbalier Bay, moving south at 5 knots.
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Marine Weather Statement issued August 26 at 3:59PM 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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