Waterspout — Bayside and Gulfside From Craig Key To Halfmoon Shoal Out To 5 Fathoms, Gulf of Mexico

2012-05-19 · near Big Pine Key, Bayside and Gulfside From Craig Key To Halfmoon Shoal Out To 5 Fathoms, Gulf of Mexico

Event narrative

A waterspout was observed over the nearshore Gulf of Mexico waters approximately 17 miles north-northeast of Big Torch Key.

Wider weather episode

Airplane pilots reported waterspouts in association with showers near the Florida Keys.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 386963. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.