Waterspout — Chokoloskee To Bonita Beach Fl Out 20nm, Gulf of Mexico

2026-01-18 · near Wiggins Pass, Chokoloskee To Bonita Beach Fl Out 20nm, Gulf of Mexico

Event narrative

A trained spotter reported multiple waterspouts offshore of Vanderbilt Beach along a frontal boundary.

Wider weather episode

Waterspout activity was reported over the Gulf waters off the coast of Collier County on the afternoon of January 18, 2026 ahead of a cold front.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1313589. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.