Waterspout — Stephens Passage, Gulf of Alaska

2009-10-25 · near Cape Fanshaw, Stephens Passage, Gulf of Alaska

Event narrative

At least 5 waterspouts were observed from Cape Fanshaw to Five Finger Light on 10/25 between the hours of 1100 and 1300 AKST.

Wider weather episode

Cold air aloft enhanced cumulus development over Stephens Passage and Frederick around midday on 10/25. Waterspouts persisted for at least two hours between Five Finger Light and Cape Fanshaw. Five different waterspouts were directly observed.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 199626. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.