031 FZUS72 KILM 070026 MWSILM Marine Weather Statement National Weather Service Wilmington NC 726 PM EST Wed Mar 6 2024 AMZ254-256-070200- 726 PM EST Wed Mar 6 2024 ...STRONG THUNDERSTORMS APPROACHING THE WATERS... The areas affected include... Coastal waters from Little River Inlet to Murrells Inlet SC out 20 nm... Coastal waters from Murrells Inlet to South Santee River SC out 20 nm... At 725 PM EST, Doppler radar indicated strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 24 nm northwest of Murrells Inlet to 6 nm northwest of Capers Island Buoy, moving east at 25 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 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. && LAT...LON 3316 7920 3321 7917 3329 7917 3346 7911 3363 7895 3380 7871 3383 7862 3383 7852 3378 7845 3335 7869 3330 7879 3326 7883 3310 7885 3296 7893 3312 7927 $$ VAO