Weather / Marine Weather Statement
Marine Weather Statement issued September 7 at 7:47AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA
Coastal Waters from Port Fourchon LA to Lower Atchafalaya River LA out 20 nm; Coastal waters from the Southwest Pass of the Mississippi River to Port Fourchon Louisiana out 20 NM; Coastal waters from Southwest Pass of the Mississippi River to Port Fourchon Louisiana from 20 to 60 NM
Details
A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Coastal Waters from Port Fourchon LA to Lower Atchafalaya River LA out 20 nm... Coastal waters from Southwest Pass of the Mississippi River to Port Fourchon Louisiana from 20 to 60 NM... Coastal waters from the Southwest Pass of the Mississippi River to Port Fourchon Louisiana out 20 NM... At 746 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a broken line of strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and weak waterspouts. These thunderstorms extended generally from 7 nm north of Southwest Pass Of the Mississippi River to 7 nm southwest of Timbalier Island, and was nearly stationary.
What To Do
Mariners can expect widespread gusty winds to around 30 knots, higher waves and dangerous lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this activity passes. Brief, weak waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on alert in case warnings are issued for waterspout development. This a cluster of strong thunderstorms will likely produce winds to around 30 knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine warning may eventually be required.
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Source: National Weather Service.