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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Miami FL
706 PM EDT Sun Aug 17 2025

GMZ656-657-180000-
706 PM EDT Sun Aug 17 2025

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Coastal waters from Chokoloskee to Bonita Beach FL out 20 NM...
  Coastal waters from East Cape Sable to Chokoloskee FL out 20 NM...

At 706 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located
near Chokoloskee, moving southwest at 5 knots.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots and locally higher
waves. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this storm
passes.

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

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LAT...LON 2590 8167 2595 8155 2593 8147 2590 8144
      2590 8137 2586 8134 2584 8127 2576 8121
      2561 8144

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