Marine Weather Statement for Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner Saginaw Bay
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The areas affected include... Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner Saginaw Bay... At 957 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds up to 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located near White Stone Point, moving east at 20 knots. The strong thunderstorm...
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Mariners can expect gusty winds up to 30 knots, locally higher waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this storm passes. This strong thunderstorm will likely produce winds up to 30 knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine warning may eventually be required when this strong thunderstorm reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before this strong thunderstorm arrives.
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The areas affected include... Outer Saginaw Bay SW of Alabaster to Port Austin MI to Inner Saginaw Bay... At 957 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds up to 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located near White Stone Point, moving east at 20 knots. The strong thunderstorm will remain over mainly open waters.
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Marine Weather Statement issued July 27 at 9:58AM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
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Publisher: Weather Alert Watch. Primary source: NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI. This page reorganizes official fields and does not add a forecast or expand the affected area.
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