Brīdinājumi, Benedict Key

Marine Weather Statement issued July 1 at 6:38PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL The areas affected include... Charlotte Harbor and Pine Island Sound... Coastal waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 NM... At 638 PM EDT, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Bonita Beach to near Manasota Key, moving west at 15 knots. Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until these storms pass.