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Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Brownsville TX

1039 AM CDT Wed Jul 8 2026



GMZ130-150-081630-

1039 AM CDT Wed Jul 8 2026



...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS...



The areas affected include...

  Coastal waters from Port Mansfield TX to the Rio Grande River out 

  20 NM...

  Laguna Madre From the Port Of Brownsville to the Arroyo 

  Colorado...



At 1038 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm,

capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was

located near Boca Chica Beach, or near South Padre Island, moving

northwest at 20 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.



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 strong thunderstorm

reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for

shore before this strong thunderstorm arrives.



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 2597 9715 2600 9715 2599 9720 2603 9722

      2605 9719 2608 9720 2608 9727 2620 9730

      2626 9719 2607 9717 2607 9713 2612 9717

      2627 9719 2631 9711 2600 9696 2597 9702



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