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Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Fairbanks AK
923 PM AKDT Sun Aug 18 2024


PKZ240-190615-
923 PM AKDT Sun Aug 18 2024

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

The areas affected include...
  Cape Halkett to Flaxman Island...

At 923 PM AKDT, satellite imagery indicated a strong thunderstorm,
capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. This thunderstorm was
located over Nuiqsut, moving north at 45 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.

Intense lightning is occurring with this storm. If caught on the open
water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded metal
objects.

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LAT...LON 7072 14879 7036 14956 7023 15106 7022 15117
      7023 15123 7082 15130

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