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Thunderstorms and lightning

Special Marine Warning — NWS Houston/Galveston TX

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Special Marine Warning issued October 30 at 1:25PM CDT until October 30 at 2:00PM CDT by NWS Houston/Galveston TX

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A severe thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts was reported near Matagorda Island, with a warning for nearby coastal waters and Matagorda Bay. The source instructs boaters to seek safe harbor until hazardous weather passes.

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  • Affected location: Matagorda Bay
  • The source instructs boaters to seek safe harbor until hazardous weather passes.
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The warning calls for immediate protective action in the affected waters and remains in effect until 2:00 PM CDT.

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Confidence
8/10
Geographic reach
2/10
Global importance
2/10
Impact magnitude
4/10
Urgency
9/10

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