Waterspout — Caribbean Waters of Puerto Rico From 10 Nm To 17n, Atlantic South

2014-11-05 · near Fort Fredericksted, Caribbean Waters of Puerto Rico From 10 Nm To 17n, Atlantic South

Event narrative

A waterspout was reported 5 miles southwest of Christiansted in Saint Croix.

Wider weather episode

Weak low level wind flow at the surface, and ample low level moisture produced favorable atmospheric conditions for waterspout development.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 548340. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.