Avisos, Banana Island

Marine Weather Statement issued July 16 at 7:16AM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Tarpon Springs to Suwannee River FL out 20 NM... Waters from Tarpon Springs to Suwannee River FL out 20 to 60 NM... At 716 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Hernando Beach to 18 nm west of Bayport to 29 nm west of Ozello, moving southeast at 30 knots. Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until these storms pass.