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

2010-08-03 · near Big Pine Key, Gulf Side of the Lower Keys Out 20nm, Gulf of Mexico

Event narrative

Two waterspouts were observed north of the Cudjoe Key Sheriffs Substation, approximately 2 miles north of Cudjoe Key. One of the waterspouts had a discernable spray ring and was visible completely from cloud base to the water surface.

Wider weather episode

Cumulus congestus cloud lines developed near the Lower Florida Keys, producing showers, thunderstorms and a couple waterspouts.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 257047. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.