Waterspout — Straits of Florida From Ocean Reef To Craig Key Out 20 Nm, Gulf of Mexico

2013-06-29 · near Alligator Reef Light, Straits of Florida From Ocean Reef To Craig Key Out 20 Nm, Gulf of Mexico

Event narrative

A waterspout was observed approximately 10 miles southeast of Islamorada. The waterspout developed a full spray ring and was aligned completely vertically. The waterspout remained nearly stationary until dissipation.

Wider weather episode

A waterspout developed in association with an isolated shower well offshore Islamorada.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 454723. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.