First published 9/18/2026, 10:06:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 10:06:15 PM

Marine Weather Statement issued September 18 at 5:49PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL

National Weather Service (NWS) office in Tampa Bay (Ruskin, FL) issued a Marine Weather Statement on 2026-09-18 at 17:49 EDT. The source item contains the issuance metadata but no further content details.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters, travel-and-transportation

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 7/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 6/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 4/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 7/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Marine Weather Statements typically warn of hazardous marine conditions (e.g., hazardous seas, winds, or small craft threats) that can endanger vessels, mariners, and coastal activities. Mariners and coastal travelers should check the full statement and heed local guidance.

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Marine Weather Statement issued September 18 at 5:49PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL

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