Marine Thunderstorm Wind — Biscayne Bay, Atlantic South

2003-03-30 · near Turkey Point, Biscayne Bay, Atlantic South

Event narrative

A 17-foot boat was swamped or capsized by strong thunderstorm winds associated with the passage of a cold front. A family of four on board were thrown into Biscayne Bay and remained there overnight for 15 hours before being rescued by the Coast Guard. Two children drowned and the 31-year -old parents were hospitalized for hypothermia.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5344583. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.