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Waterspout April 20, 2023 · Coastal Waters East of Puerto Rico, Around Vieques, and Around and Just North of Culebra and Saint John, Atlantic South

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

A picture submitted by the public indicated a waterspout near the coast of Humacao.

The wider storm

A mid level ridge was weakening due to an approaching trough. This trough enhanced instability and showers across the region. Some of these showers resulted in waterspouts around Humacao and St. Thomas.

Began near Punta Arenas Beach (18.1463, -65.7637).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1085127. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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