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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service San Juan PR
241 PM AST Sat Nov 9 2024

AMZ733-092030-
241 PM AST Sat Nov 9 2024

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER ST CROIX`S SURROUNDING WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Caribbean Waters of Puerto Rico from 10 NM to 17N, including the
  Coastal Waters of Saint Croix...

At 237 PM AST, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located
over mainly areas of St Croix, moving west at 15 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 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 1728 6627 1779 6602 1782 6584 1787 6574
      1795 6567 1791 6557 1797 6521 1783 6463
      1776 6463 1777 6487 1768 6490 1773 6464
      1760 6462

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