Uyarılar, Bokeelia Island

Marine Weather Statement issued July 1 at 5:30PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL The areas affected include... Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound... Coastal waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 NM... At 530 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 8 nm northeast of Gasparilla Island, moving southwest at 10 knots. 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.