FZUS74 KLIX 051803

MWSLIX



Marine Weather Statement

National Weather Service New Orleans LA

103 PM CDT Wed Aug 5 2026



GMZ551-553-051900-

103 PM CDT Wed Aug 5 2026



...A CLUSTER OF STRONG THUNDERSTORMS OVER THE WATERS...



The areas affected include...

  Coastal Waters from Port Fourchon LA to Lower Atchafalaya River LA 

  out 20 nm...

  Coastal waters from the Southwest Pass of the Mississippi River to 

  Port Fourchon Louisiana out 20 NM...



At 103 PM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a cluster of strong

thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and weak

waterspouts. This cluster of thunderstorms is generally located 10 nm

west of Louisiana Offshore Oil Port, or 15 nm southeast of Timbalier

Island, moving east at 5 knots.



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

waves and dangerous lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe

harbor immediately until this activity passes.



Brief, weak waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on

alert in case warnings are issued for waterspout development.



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LAT...LON 2880 9035 2897 9036 2911 9004 2884 8997



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