Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS New Orleans/Baton Rouge, LA
Issued by NWS New Orleans/Baton Rouge, LA
906 FZUS74 KLIX 171056 MWSLIX Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service New Orleans LA 556 AM CDT Sun Aug 17 2025 GMZ550-570-171200- 556 AM CDT Sun Aug 17 2025 A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Coastal Waters from Port Fourchon LA to Lower Atchafalaya River LA out 20 nm... Coastal waters from Port Fourchon Louisiana to Lower Atchafalaya River LA from 20 to 60 NM... At 555 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and weak waterspouts. This thunderstorm was located 16 nm south of Timbalier Island, moving southeast at 15 knots. Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves and dangerous lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this activity passes. Brief, weak waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on alert in case warnings are issued for waterspout development. && LAT...LON 2886 9074 2890 9017 2860 9015 2856 9069 $$ Frye