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FZCA72 TJSJ 170938

MWSSJU



Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service San Juan PR

538 AM AST Fri Apr 17 2026



AMZ733-735-741-171145-

538 AM AST Fri Apr 17 2026



...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS...



The areas affected include...

  Caribbean Waters of Puerto Rico from 10 NM to 17N, including the 

  Coastal Waters of Saint Croix...

  Coastal Waters of Southern Puerto Rico out 10 NM...

  Mona Passage Southward to 17N...



At 538 AM AST, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable

of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was located 

over mainly areas of the Caribbean waters extending into the Moma 

Passage , moving west at 15 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.



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LAT...LON 1776 6692 1705 6682 1706 6794 1787 6797



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