First published Oct 24, 2026, 8:08:16 AM UTC · Last updated Oct 24, 2026, 8:08:16 AM UTC

Thunderstorms and lightning

NWS Key West issues Special Marine Warning for Gulf of America and Straits of Florida

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The National Weather Service issued a Special Marine Warning for parts of the Gulf of America and Straits of Florida until 4:15 a.m. EDT. A strong thunderstorm over mainly open waters threatened gusts of at least 34 knots, higher waves, lightning, and heavy downpours.

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The warning instructed people aboard vessels to get low or go below and wear life jackets.

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U.S. National Weather Service Alerts NWS Special Marine Warning issued October 24 at 3:50AM EDT until October 24 at 4:15AM EDT by NWS Key West FL

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