165 FZUS72 KTBW 311618 MWSTBW Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Tampa Bay Area Ruskin FL 1218 PM EDT Sun Aug 31 2025 GMZ830-311645- 1218 PM EDT Sun Aug 31 2025 A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Tampa Bay waters... At 1218 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located over Tampa Bay, moving east at 25 knots. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. && LAT...LON 2774 8235 2771 8243 2755 8249 2752 8253 2752 8272 2779 8269 2780 8269 2782 8268 2784 8233 $$ TBW