Special Marine Warning for Volusia-Brevard County Line to Sebastian Inlet
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NWS Melbourne has issued a Special Marine Warning for waters from the Volusia-Brevard County Line to Sebastian Inlet 0-20 nm until 4:30 AM EDT due to a strong thunderstorm.
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- Record type
- Special Marine Warning
- Affected area
- East Central Florida Coast
- Issued
- September 16, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Melbourne FL
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Alert Details
Special Marine Warning issued by NWS Melbourne FL. Effective from September 16, 2026 at 3:46 AM EDT until September 16, 2026 at 4:30 AM EDT.
Affected Areas
Volusia-Brevard County Line to Sebastian Inlet 0-20 nm. Locations impacted include Eau Gallie, Melbourne, Indian Harbour Beach, Melbourne Village, and Satellite Beach.
What You Should Do
Move to safe harbor immediately as gusty winds and high waves are expected. Make sure all on board are wearing life jackets. Return to safe harbor if possible.
Expected Conditions
At 3:45 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Indian Harbour Beach or Satellite Beach, moving west at 20 knots. Hazard includes wind gusts 34 knots or greater, suddenly higher waves, lightning, and heavy downpours.
Timeline
Alert effective immediately on September 16, 2026 at 3:46 AM EDT and expires at 4:30 AM EDT the same day.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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