Special Marine Warning Issued for Coastal Waters Near Daytona Beach and Flagler Beach
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Marine Warning for coastal waters from Flagler Beach to the Volusia-Brevard County line due to strong thunderstorms and 40-knot wind gusts.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Melbourne, FL, has issued a Special Marine Warning (SMW) for coastal waters in East Central Florida. The alert was issued following radar detection of strong thunderstorms moving through the region.
Affected Areas
The warning impacts the following marine zones:
- Flagler Beach to Volusia-Brevard County Line (0-20 nm)
- Flagler Beach to Volusia-Brevard County Line (20-60 nm)
Specific locations impacted include Ormond-By-the-Sea, Ormond Beach, Holly Hill, Daytona Beach, and South Daytona.
What You Should Do
Mariners are urged to move to safe harbor immediately as gusty winds and high waves are expected. Ensure that all persons on board are wearing life jackets. Boaters should avoid the area until conditions improve.
Expected Conditions
At 7:22 PM EST, radar indicated a line of strong thunderstorms extending from 10 nm west of Ormond-By-the-Sea to 25 nm west of Port Orange. The system is moving northeast at 45 knots.
- Hazards: Wind gusts up to 40 knots.
- Impacts: Expect wind gusts in excess of 34 knots, suddenly higher waves, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours.
Timeline
The alert is effective as of 7:23 PM EST on February 15, 2026. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 9:30 PM EST on the same evening.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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