Marine Weather Statement issued September 7 at 11:25AM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA

Mississippi Sound; Chandeleur Sound; Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island out 20 NM

Urgency: Expected

Certainty: Observed

Onset: 9/7/2026, 4:25:00 PM

Expires: 9/7/2026, 5:30:00 PM

Details

A Marine Weather Statement has been issued for the following areas... Chandeleur Sound... Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island out 20 NM... Mississippi Sound... At 1125 AM CDT, Doppler radar indicated a cluster of strong thunderstorms, capable of producing winds to around 30 knots and weak waterspouts. These thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 6 nm south of Horn Island to 18 nm east of Chandeleur Sound, moving west at 15 knots. Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher waves and dangerous lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately until this activity passes. Brief, weak waterspouts are possible with this activity. Remain on alert in case warnings are issued for waterspout development.

Affected States

Mississippi

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Source: National Weather Service.