Special Marine Warning for Coastal Waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL
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A Special Marine Warning is in effect for coastal waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 NM and waters out 20 to 60 NM until 12:30 PM EDT.
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- Record type
- Special Marine Warning
- Affected area
- Southwest Florida
- Issued
- September 29, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
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Alert Details
A Special Marine Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service Tampa Bay Ruskin FL. The alert is effective from 11:47 AM EDT on September 29, 2026, until 12:30 PM EDT on September 29, 2026.
Affected Areas
Coastal waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 NM and waters from Bonita Beach to Englewood FL out 20 to 60 NM. A severe thunderstorm was located 27 nm west of North Captiva Island.
What You Should Do
Move to safe harbor until hazardous weather passes. Make sure all on board are in a secure location and wearing life jackets.
Expected Conditions
The severe thunderstorm is capable of producing waterspouts and wind gusts 34 knots or greater. Expect suddenly higher waves, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours.
Timeline
The warning is in effect until 12:30 PM EDT on September 29, 2026. The thunderstorm was moving east at 15 knots.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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