Waterspout — Straits of Florida From Ocean Reef To Craig Key Out 20 Nm, Gulf of Mexico

2023-04-17 · near Alligator Reef Light, Straits of Florida From Ocean Reef To Craig Key Out 20 Nm, Gulf of Mexico

Event narrative

Multiple waterspouts were observed oceanside of Islamorada just south and east of the reef. One waterspout was observed to be thick, resembling an elephant-trunk, while several others were narrow.

Wider weather episode

Several waterspouts were observed oceanside of Islamorada as showers and thunderstorms developed in advance of an approaching cold front.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1097513. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.