Marine Weather Statement for Coastal waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 NM
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The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 NM... At 339 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Venice to 9 nm east of Englewood to 11 nm east...
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Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until these storms pass. These strong thunderstorms 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 these strong thunderstorms reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before these strong thunderstorms arrives.
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The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 NM... At 339 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Venice to 9 nm east of Englewood to 11 nm east of Boca Grande, moving west at 15 knots.
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Marine Weather Statement issued August 29 at 3:39PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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