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FZCA72 TJSJ 191924
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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service San Juan PR
324 PM AST Wed Aug 19 2026

AMZ711-741-192130-
324 PM AST Wed Aug 19 2026

...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS OVER THE MONA PASSAGE AND LOCAL ATLANTIC
WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Atlantic Waters of Puerto Rico AND USVI from 10 NM to 19.5N...
  Mona Passage Southward to 17N...

At 322 PM AST, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstormS, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots and frequent lightning. Some
may produce waterspots. These thunderstorms were located over the
Mona Passage into the local Atlantic waters, moving west northwest
at 10 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.

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LAT...LON 1885 6706 1852 6746 1795 6746 1795 6800
      1950 6800

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