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weather NWS severe Mississippi Sound; Chandeleur Sound; Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island out 20 NM September 4, 2026 at 1:38 PM

Special Marine Warning

SMWLIX

The National Weather Service in New Orleans has issued a

* Special Marine Warning for... Mississippi Sound... Chandeleur Sound... Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island out 20 NM...

* Until 1015 AM CDT.

* At 838 AM CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts was located near Long Beach, moving northwest at 5 knots.

HAZARD...Waterspouts and wind gusts to 34 knots.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create

Local conditions in Mississippi Sound; Chandeleur Sound; Coastal waters from Pascagoula Mississippi to Stake Island out 20 NM may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.

This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.

Residents should be prepared for possible effects on travel, public safety, and daily routines while the situation remains active.

Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.

Alert USA is tracking this developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.

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