Waterspout · Gulf of Mexico

Waterspout May 2, 2025 · Lake Borgne, Gulf of Mexico

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

What the National Weather Service wrote

NWS employee observed a lightning illuminated waterspout over Lake Borne just south of the mouth of the Pearl River.

The wider storm

A weak cold front moved through the local area on May 3rd. Marginal shear combined with sufficient instability resulted in a few severe thunderstorms along the coastal areas, including one waterspout.

Began near Venetian Isles Nofd Engine 31 - Weatherstem (30.1300, -89.5400).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1259409. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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