First published 9/18/2026, 9:59:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 9:59:15 PM

Special Marine Warning issued for Tampa Bay (Ruskin, FL) — Sep 18 17:15–18:15 EDT

The U.S. National Weather Service office in Tampa Bay Ruskin FL issued a Special Marine Warning on September 18, effective 5:15 PM to 6:15 PM EDT for the Tampa Bay/Ruskin, Florida area.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 9/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 6/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 3/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 10/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

A Special Marine Warning signals hazardous marine conditions that can directly affect boaters, mariners, and coastal activities in the warned area during the effective hour. Those on or near the water should take protective actions and follow local guidance.

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Special Marine Warning issued September 18 at 5:15PM EDT until September 18 at 6:15PM EDT by NWS Tampa Bay Ruskin FL

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