Headline:
Marine Weather Statement issued November 16 at 8:14PM AST by NWS San Juan PR
Event:
Marine Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
November 16, 2024 - 4:14pm
Expires:
November 16, 2024 - 6:15pm
Description:
The areas affected include...
Anegada Passage east of Virgin Gorda and Saint Croix south to
17N...
Caribbean Waters of Puerto Rico from 10 NM to 17N, including the
Coastal Waters of Saint Croix...
Coastal Waters east of Puerto Rico, around Vieques, and around and
just north of Culebra and Saint John...
At 814 PM AST, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located
just north of Saint Croix, moving northeast at 15 knots.
Instruction:
Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher
waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor
immediately until this storm passes.
Area Description:
Anegada Passage east of Virgin Gorda and Saint Croix south to 17N; Coastal Waters east of Puerto Rico, around Vieques, and around and just north of Culebra and Saint John; Caribbean Waters of Puerto Rico from 10 NM to 17N, including the Coastal Waters of Saint Croix
Forcast Office:
NWS San Juan PR