Special Marine Warning Issued for Tampa Bay Waters
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NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL has issued a Special Marine Warning for Tampa Bay waters and coastal areas until 3:00 AM EDT due to a severe thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts.
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- Record type
- Special Marine Warning
- Affected area
- Tampa Bay, Florida
- Issued
- August 4, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL
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Alert Details
A Special Marine Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Tampa Bay Ruskin FL. The alert is effective from August 4 at 2:03 AM EDT until August 4 at 3:00 AM EDT.
Affected Areas
The warning covers Tampa Bay waters; Coastal waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 NM; and Waters from Englewood to Tarpon Springs FL out 20 to 60 NM. Locations impacted include Treasure Island Reef, Clearwater Pass, Clearwater Beach, Indian Shore Reef, Madeira Beach Reef, Indian Rocks Beach, and Johns Pass.
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. Seek safe harbor immediately.
Expected Conditions
A severe thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts was located 15 nm southwest of Indian Rocks Beach, moving east at 15 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 2:03 AM EDT until 3:00 AM EDT on August 4.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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