SMWTBW
The National Weather Service in Ruskin has issued a
* Special Marine Warning for... Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound... Coastal waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 NM... Waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 to 60 NM...
* Until 630 AM EDT.
* At 539 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located 18 nm west of North Captiva Island, moving north at 10 knots.
HAZARD...Wind gusts 34 knots or greater.
SOURCE...Radar.
IMPACT...Expect wind gusts in excess of 34 knots, suddenly higher waves, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours. Make sure all on board are wearing life jackets.
* Locations impacted include... Boca Grande and Cayo Costa Island.