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Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX

502 PM CDT Sat Apr 18 2026



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502 PM CDT Sat Apr 18 2026



...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM APPROACHING THE WATERS...



The areas affected include...

  Galveston Bay...



At 502 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm, capable

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

near Upper San Jacinto Bay, or 10 nm northwest of Eagle Point, moving

east at 20 knots.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher

waves, lightning strikes, and heavy downpours. Boaters should seek

safe harbor immediately until this storm passes.



This strong thunderstorm will likely produce winds to around 30

knots, and could pose a serious hazard for boaters. A special marine

warning may eventually be required when this strong thunderstorm

reaches the nearshore waters. Boaters should consider heading for

shore before this strong thunderstorm arrives.



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LAT...LON 2977 9467 2966 9467 2960 9471 2958 9467

      2958 9460 2957 9460 2957 9466 2958 9468

      2959 9471 2958 9470 2957 9472 2956 9503

      2967 9500 2970 9507 2973 9508 2975 9497

      2968 9491 2978 9481 2980 9471



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