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FZUS72 KILM 051344

MWSILM



Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service Wilmington NC

944 AM EDT Wed Aug 5 2026



AMZ252-254-284-051445-

944 AM EDT Wed Aug 5 2026



...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS OVER THE WATERS...



The areas affected include...

  Coastal waters from Cape Fear NC to Little River Inlet SC out 20 

  NM...

  Coastal waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC out 20 

  NM...

  Waters from Little River Inlet SC to South Santee River SC from 20 

  to 60 NM...



At 944 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 Jungle to near Atlantic

Ledge, moving north at 20 knots.



Locations impacted include...

Atlantic Ledge, Little River Offshore Reef, Jungle, Little River

Reef, Lockwood Folly Inlet Sea Buoy, Sherman Wreck, A R 445, Cape

Fear Sea Buoy, Shallotte River Inlet Sea Buoy, Little River Entrance,

Little River Sea Buoy, and Holden Beach.



PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...



These storms may produce a waterspout. A Special Marine Warning may

be needed.



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

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

safe harbor immediately until these storms pass. If caught on the

open water, prepare for deteriorating conditions. Make sure you and

your crew are wearing properly fitted life jackets.



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LAT...LON 3383 7862 3391 7833 3391 7815 3389 7804

      3357 7818 3358 7822 3355 7819 3339 7826

      3345 7865



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ABW