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weather NWS minor Atlantic Waters of Puerto Rico AND USVI from 10 NM to 19.5N October 21, 2026 at 2:26 AM

Marine Weather Statement

The areas affected include... Atlantic Waters of Puerto Rico and USVI from 10 NM to 19.5N...

* At 1026 PM AST, Doppler radar indicated an area of strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knot and frequent lightning. These strong thunderstorm were located over an area extending from about 10-15 nm north of San Juan and Culebra northwestward to near about 19.5N within the local Atlantic waters, moving northwest at 5 knots.

Locations impacted include... Mainly open waters of Atlantic Waters of Puerto Rico and USVI from 10 NM to 19.5N.

Local conditions in Atlantic Waters of Puerto Rico AND USVI from 10 NM to 19.5N may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.

This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.

Residents should be prepared for possible effects on travel, public safety, and daily routines while the situation remains active.

Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.

Alert USA is tracking this developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.

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