Marine Weather Statement issued September 7 at 10:58AM EDT by NWS Jacksonville FL

Coastal waters from Fernandina Beach to St. Augustine FL out 20 NM

Urgency: Expected

Certainty: Observed

Onset: 9/7/2026, 2:58:00 PM

Expires: 9/7/2026, 3:45:00 PM

Details

The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Fernandina Beach to St. Augustine FL out 20 NM... At 1057 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located over Amelia City, or 37 nm south of St. Simons Island. The thunderstorm was nearly stationary.

What To Do

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. Waterspouts are possible with this activity. If a waterspout occurs, move your boat away from it. Waterspouts can develop rapidly and produce winds and seas that are dangerous for vessels and everyone onboard.

Other Active Marine Weather Statement Alerts

Marine Weather Statement issued September 7 at 11:02AM EDT by NWS Charleston SC

Coastal waters from Savannah GA to Altamaha Sound GA out 20 nm, including Grays Reef National Marine Sanctuary; Waters from Savannah GA to Altamaha Sound GA extending from 20 to 60 NM

Marine Weather Statement issued September 7 at 6:51AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA

Inner waters from Point Mugu to San Mateo Pt. CA including Santa Catalina and Anacapa Islands; Outer waters from Santa Cruz Island to San Clemente Island to 60 NM offshore including San Nicolas and Santa Barbara Islands

Source: National Weather Service.