Waterspout — Coastal Waters of Southern Usvi Vieques and Eastern Puerto Rico Out 10 Nm, Atlantic South

2016-08-15 · near Fajardo Lighthouse, Coastal Waters of Southern Usvi Vieques and Eastern Puerto Rico Out 10 Nm, Atlantic South

Event narrative

A waterspout was reported in the coastal waters of Palomino Island near the coast of Fajardo.

Wider weather episode

A southeast wind flow, combined with favorable upper level atmospheric conditions for the development of waterspouts across the local waters.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 658832. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.