Marine Weather Statement
Issued by NWS San Juan, PR
Issued by NWS San Juan, PR
377 FZCA72 TJSJ 230521 MWSSJU Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service San Juan PR 121 AM AST Sat Aug 23 2025 AMZ733-741-230715- 121 AM AST Sat Aug 23 2025 ...CLUSTERS OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS OVER THE CARIBBEAN WATERS... The areas affected include... Caribbean Waters of Puerto Rico from 10 NM to 17N, including the Coastal Waters of Saint Croix... Mona Passage Southward to 17N... At 119 AM AST, Doppler radar indicated clusters of strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and frequent lightning. These thunderstorm were located over the offshore Caribbean waters, moving northwest at 15 knots. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, lightning strikes, and heavy downpours. 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. Report severe weather to the Coast Guard or nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service forecast office. && LAT...LON 1700 6800 1774 6800 1766 6460 1700 6479 $$ ICP