Special Marine Warning Issued for Mississippi Sound and Chandeleur Sound
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NWS New Orleans has issued a Special Marine Warning for Mississippi Sound, Chandeleur Sound, and coastal waters from Pascagoula to Stake Island until 2:45 AM CDT due to severe thunderstorms.
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- Record type
- Special Marine Warning
- Affected area
- Mississippi Sound and Chandeleur Sound
- Issued
- August 27, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS New Orleans
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Alert Details
A Special Marine Warning was issued by the National Weather Service in New Orleans on August 27 at 1:51 AM CDT. The alert is effective from 1:51 AM CDT until 2:45 AM CDT.
Affected Areas
The warning covers Chandeleur Sound, Mississippi Sound, and coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island out 20 NM. Locations impacted include Cat Island, Biloxi, Long Beach, Pass Christian, Ship Island, Ocean Springs, and Gulfport.
What You Should Do
Strong winds will be dangerous for boaters or anyone near the water. Make sure all on board are wearing life jackets. Seek shelter or move to safe harbor until hazardous weather passes.
Expected Conditions
At 1:51 AM CDT, a cluster of severe thunderstorms capable of producing waterspouts was located near Gulfport and was nearly stationary. Hazards include waterspouts, wind gusts to 40 knots, and large hail.
Timeline
The alert is in effect from 1:51 AM CDT August 27, 2026, until 2:45 AM CDT August 27, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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