Special Marine Warning for Craig Key to Seven Mile Bridge
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A Special Marine Warning is in effect until 4:45 PM EDT for waters from Craig Key to the west end of Seven Mile Bridge due to a strong thunderstorm with possible waterspouts.
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- Record type
- Special Marine Warning
- Affected area
- Florida Keys
- Issued
- September 12, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Key West FL
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Alert Details
A Special Marine Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service Key West FL. The alert is effective from September 12, 2026 at 4:10 PM EDT until September 12, 2026 at 4:45 PM EDT.
Affected Areas
Bayside and Gulfside from Craig Key to West End of Seven Mile Bridge; Hawk Channel from Craig Key to west end of Seven Mile Bridge out to the reef. Specific locations include John Sawyer Bank Light, Pigeon Key, and Vaca Cut Daybeacon 13.
What You Should Do
Intense and continuous lightning is occurring with this storm. Stay low, or go below. Lower VHF antenna, outriggers, fishing rods, and umbrellas.
Expected Conditions
A strong thunderstorm with possible waterspouts was located over John Sawyer Bank Light and was nearly stationary. 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 in effect from 4:10 PM EDT to 4:45 PM EDT on September 12, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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