Headline:
Marine Weather Statement issued September 30 at 10:14AM EDT by NWS Key West FL
Event:
Marine Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 30, 2024 - 7:14am
Expires:
September 30, 2024 - 7:45am
Description:
The areas affected include...
Gulf Waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee 20 to 60 nm out and
beyond 5 fathoms...
At 1014 AM EDT, National Weather Service meteorologists detected a a
strong thunderstorm, capable of producing wind gusts near 30 knots.
This thunderstorm was located 13 nm northeast of P Tower, moving
northwest at 5 knots.
The strong thunderstorm will remain over mainly open waters.
Instruction:
Prepare for thunderstorms with wind gusts near 30 knots, locally
rough and confused seas, occasional lightning strikes, and
potentially blinding downpours. Get to a safe port as quickly, and as
safely as possible. When downpours reduce visibility, slow down.
Area Description:
Gulf waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee 20 to 60 NM out and beyond 5 fathoms
Forcast Office:
NWS Key West FL