Waterspout — Key W To Dry Tortugas Waters, Gulf of Mexico

2010-05-24 · near Key West, Key W To Dry Tortugas Waters, Gulf of Mexico

Event narrative

A well-developed waterspout was observed 5 miles south-southwest of Key West. The visible funnel cloud extended all the way to the sea surfce with a visible spray ring.

Wider weather episode

Cumulus congestus cloud lines along the Lower Florida Keys produced several waterspouts in the nearshore waters.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 235626. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.