Special Marine Warning near Farewell Buoy
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A Special Marine Warning is in effect for coastal waters from Pensacola FL to Pascagoula MS until 3:30 AM CDT due to a strong thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts.
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- Record type
- Special Marine Warning
- Affected area
- Coastal waters Pensacola FL to Pascagoula MS
- Issued
- September 11, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Mobile AL
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Alert Details
A Special Marine Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Mobile AL. The alert is effective from September 11 at 2:34 AM CDT until September 11 at 3:30 AM CDT.
Affected Areas
Coastal waters from Pensacola FL to Pascagoula MS out 20 NM and waters from Pensacola FL to Pascagoula MS from 20 to 60 NM. Locations impacted include Farewell Buoy.
What You Should Do
Move to safe harbor until hazardous weather passes. Seek safe harbor immediately.
Expected Conditions
A strong thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts was located 27 nm south of Farewell Buoy, moving north at 25 knots. Hazards include waterspouts and wind gusts 34 knots or greater.
Timeline
The warning is in effect from 2:34 AM CDT to 3:30 AM CDT on September 11.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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