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

GMZ836-853-856-182030-
400 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...
  Coastal waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 NM...

At 359 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable
of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located
10 nm northeast of Gasparilla Island. The thunderstorm was nearly
stationary.

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 2672 8235 2696 8242 2698 8231 2692 8226
      2699 8219 2701 8207 2696 8201 2678 8201

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