Waterspout — Gulf Side of the Lower Keys Out 20nm, Gulf of Mexico

2009-07-25 · near Big Pine Key, Gulf Side of the Lower Keys Out 20nm, Gulf of Mexico

Event narrative

A waterspout was reported two miles north of Cudjoe Key, and consisted of a full condensation funnel from cloud base to water surface.

Wider weather episode

A middle-to-upper level disturbance combined with steep thermal lapse rates resulted in numerous strong thunderstorms over the coastal waters surrounding the Florida Keys. The thunderstorms were nearly stationary or drifted slowly southward. Several waterspouts and gale-force wind gusts were observed.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 191759. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.