Special Marine Warning for Apalachicola Coastal Waters
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NWS Tallahassee has issued a Special Marine Warning for coastal waters from Mexico Beach to Apalachicola and adjacent zones due to severe thunderstorms capable of producing waterspouts.
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- Record type
- Special Marine Warning
- Affected area
- Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters
- Issued
- August 29, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Tallahassee FL
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Alert Details
Special Marine Warning issued by NWS Tallahassee FL. Effective from 10:45 AM EDT August 29, 2026 until 12:45 PM EDT August 29, 2026.
Affected Areas
Coastal Waters from Mexico Beach to Apalachicola out 20 NM; Coastal Waters From Ochlockonee River to Apalachicola FL out to 20 Nm; Waters from Mexico Beach to Apalachicola FL from 20 to 60 NM; Waters from Suwannee River to Apalachicola FL from 20 to 60 NM. Locations impacted include S Tower.
What You Should Do
Seek safe harbor immediately. Thunderstorms can produce sudden waterspouts that can overturn boats and create locally hazardous seas. If caught on the open water stay below deck if possible, keep away from ungrounded metal objects. Make sure all on board are in a secure location and wearing life jackets.
Expected Conditions
Severe thunderstorms capable of producing waterspouts. Wind gusts 34 knots or greater, suddenly higher waves, frequent lightning, and heavy downpours.
Timeline
Alert in effect from 10:45 AM EDT until 12:45 PM EDT on August 29, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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