Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS New Orleans/Baton Rouge, LA
Issued by NWS New Orleans/Baton Rouge, LA
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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service New Orleans LA
1159 PM CDT Wed Aug 19 2026
GMZ536-557-200600-
1159 PM CDT Wed Aug 19 2026
...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS...
The areas affected include...
Chandeleur Sound...
Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island out 20
NM...
At 1159 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm,
capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was
located near Chandeleur Sound, moving southwest at 20 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.
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LAT...LON 3006 8897 2989 8872 2952 8894 2957 8904
2971 8922 2986 8933
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