Waterspout — W Coast of Pr Nearshore Waters, Atlantic South

2007-05-27 · near Rincon Lighthouse, W Coast of Pr Nearshore Waters, Atlantic South

Event narrative

A large waterspout was reported between the coastal waters of Anasco and Mayaguez and was associated with a strong thunderstorm that was moving west northwest.

Wider weather episode

Low level moisture and light southeast surface winds combined to produce favorable conditions for waterspout development.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 35440. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.