Special Marine Warning near Farewell Buoy

Source: NOAA · Coastal waters Pensacola FL to Pascagoula MS

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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.

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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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This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
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This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
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This alert affects Coastal waters Pensacola FL to Pascagoula MS. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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