Special Marine Warning for Apalachee Bay and Suwannee River Waters
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A Special Marine Warning is in effect for coastal waters from Keaton Beach to Apalachicola FL until 1:45 PM EDT due to waterspouts and strong thunderstorms.
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- Record type
- Special Marine Warning
- Affected area
- Florida Gulf Coast
- Issued
- September 12, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Tallahassee FL
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Alert Details
A Special Marine Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Tallahassee FL. The alert is effective from September 12 at 11:52 AM EDT until September 12 at 1:45 PM EDT.
Affected Areas
The warning covers Apalachee Bay or Coastal Waters From Keaton Beach to Ochlockonee River FL out to 20 Nm; Coastal Waters From Ochlockonee River to Apalachicola FL out to 20 Nm; Coastal waters from Suwannee River to Keaton Beach out 20 NM; and Waters from Suwannee River to Apalachicola FL from 20 to 60 NM. Impacted locations include Buckeye Reef, Horseshoe Beach, K Tower, Marker 24 Barge, and Suwannee River.
What You Should Do
Move to safe harbor until hazardous weather passes. Make sure all on board are in a secure location and wearing life jackets.
Expected Conditions
A cluster of strong thunderstorms capable of producing waterspouts is moving east at 25 knots. Hazards include waterspouts and wind gusts 34 knots or greater, along with suddenly higher waves, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours.
Timeline
The alert is in effect from 11:52 AM EDT to 1:45 PM EDT on September 12.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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