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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Wilmington NC
756 AM EDT Fri Aug 1 2025

AMZ250-270-011300-
756 AM EDT Fri Aug 1 2025

...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS OVER THE WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Coastal waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC out 20 nm...
  Waters from Surf City to Cape Fear NC from 20 to 40 nm...

At 754 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were
located along a line extending from 7 nm southeast of Topsail Boxcars
to near South Masonboro Island to 9 nm southeast of Wr4, moving east
at 35 knots.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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. If caught on the open water,
prepare for deteriorating conditions. Make sure you and your crew are
wearing properly fitted life jackets.

These storms may produce a waterspout. A Special Marine Warning may
be needed.

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 if a waterspout forms. Boaters
should consider heading for shore before these strong thunderstorms
arrives.

Intense lightning is occurring with these storms. If caught on the
open water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded
metal objects.

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LAT...LON 3387 7717 3380 7726 3361 7733 3381 7793
      3384 7796 3391 7795 3416 7783 3427 7774
      3434 7766 3423 7727 3397 7697

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