Special Marine Warning for Apalachee Bay Coastal Waters (Sep 12, 2026)
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A Special Marine Warning is in effect for Apalachee Bay or Coastal Waters from Keaton Beach to Ochlockonee River out to 20 Nm until 9:45 AM EDT.
The weather record, at a glance
- Record type
- Special Marine Warning
- Affected area
- Apalachee Bay, Florida
- 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 7:44 AM EDT until September 12 at 9:45 AM EDT.
Affected Areas
Apalachee Bay or Coastal Waters From Keaton Beach to Ochlockonee River FL out to 20 Nm. Locations impacted include Marker 24 Barge.
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 was located along a line extending from near St. Marks to 8 nm southeast of Marker 24 Barge, moving northeast at 15 knots. Hazards include waterspouts and wind gusts 34 knots or greater. Expect wind gusts in excess of 34 knots, suddenly higher waves, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours.
Timeline
The warning is effective from 7:44 AM EDT on September 12, 2026, and remains in effect until 9:45 AM EDT on September 12, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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