FZUS72 KJAX 220159 MWSJAX Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Jacksonville FL 959 PM EDT Fri Aug 21 2026 AMZ450-470-220300- 959 PM EDT Fri Aug 21 2026 A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Coastal waters from Altamaha Sound to Fernandina Beach FL out 20 NM... Waters from Altamaha Sound GA to Fernandina Beach FL from 20 to 60 NM... At 959 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 8 nm southeast of Tug Rio Caroni, or 21 nm southwest of R2 Tower, moving east 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. && LAT...LON 3122 8081 3114 8040 3101 8043 3112 8114 3125 8099 $$ SHASHY