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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Tampa Bay Area Ruskin FL
339 PM EDT Mon May 18 2026

GMZ836-856-182015-
339 PM EDT Mon May 18 2026

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

The areas affected include...
  Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound...
  Coastal waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 NM...

At 338 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located
near Captiva, moving south 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 2648 8183 2640 8222 2672 8233 2681 8207
      2671 8199 2659 8201 2652 8194 2653 8186

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