...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHING THE WATERS...
The areas affected include...
Coastal waters from Cape Henlopen to Fenwick Island DE out 20
NM...
Coastal waters from Cape May NJ to Cape Henlopen DE out 20 NM...
Delaware Bay waters north of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach
DE...
Delaware Bay waters south of East Point NJ to Slaughter Beach
DE...
At 807 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located
7 nm west of Slaughter Beach, moving east at 15 knots.
Locations impacted include...
Overfalls Shoal, Brown Shoal Light, Fourteen Foot Bank Light,
Slaughter Beach, Cape Henlopen, Bowers Beach, Cape May Point, Miah
Maull Light, Brandywine Shoal Light, and Rehoboth Beach.
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.
This strong thunderstorm will likely produce winds to around 30
knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine
warning may eventually be required when this storm reaches the
nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for shore before
the storm arrives.
Report severe weather to the Coast Guard or nearest law enforcement
agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service.
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