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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Tampa Bay Area Ruskin FL
628 PM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026

GMZ853-022315-
628 PM EDT Thu Apr 2 2026

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHING THE WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Coastal waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 NM...

At 627 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located
over Clearwater Beach, moving west at 10 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.

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LAT...LON 2789 8280 2794 8306 2816 8297 2817 8285
      2809 8272

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