MATAGORDA BAY; COASTAL WATERS FROM FREEPORT TO… — SMWHGX
The National Weather Service in League City has issued a
* Special Marine Warning for... Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX out 20 NM... Matagorda Bay...
* Until 115 PM CDT.
* At 1142 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts was located over Tabs Buoy W, moving west at 30 knots.
HAZARD...Waterspouts and wind gusts 35 to 40 knots.
SOURCE...Radar.
IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally hazardous seas. Small craft
Local conditions in Matagorda Bay; Coastal waters from Freeport to Matagorda Ship Channel TX out 20 NM 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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