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Waterspout Forms Off The North Shore

A waterspout formed off of the North Shore yesterday [Aug 18] providing locals with a look at the weather phenomenon, which the BWS explained is caused when two primary wind regimes move towards each other. Bermuda Weather Service meteorologist Andrew Bufalino explained, “What commonly causes this localized phenomenon is when two primary wind... Read more of this article

Video: Waterspout Seen In Hamilton Parish

A waterspout was seen in the Hamilton Parish area earlier today [July 1], with it apparently visible for quite a few minutes. Andrea Pedrini from Bermuda Weather Service confirmed that a waterspout was recorded late this morning in the area, and also added that it is not that unusual for this to occur at this time of year. Related Stories Videos:... Read more of this article

Waterspouts Seen Off The East End Today

Waterspouts were seen in the east end earlier today [Sept 29], with a reader mailing in a photo saying that she say numerous waterspouts off St. David’s. The Bermuda Weather Service confirmed via social media that there were waterspouts off the east end today, and their forecast for today said, “Low pressure centered to the west of Bermuda... Read more of this article

Photos: Tornado Causes Damage In Somerset

[Updated: BWS confirms it was a tornado] Unofficial reports coming in suggest that what appeared to be a tornado hit the Somerset Village area this morning [Oct 28] at approximately 9.15am. There are reports of damage in the area, with the photos being sent in showing damaged vehicles, walls, and more. Bermuda is presently under a Tropical Storm Warning,... Read more of this article

Photos: Two Waterspouts Seen Forming Today

[Updated] Thaddeus Murdoch captured the photo below of a waterspout forming in the Warwick area at approximately 7.20am this morning [Sept 18], with the Rockaway Ferry seen in the foreground. The waterspout did not reach the ground or water, as it dissipated about five minutes later. Update: This photo posted by Gerri Crockwell-Sequeros shows a waterspout... Read more of this article

Waterspouts Seen Off East End Yesterday

Some of the Newport to Bermuda race sailors, as well as local comet sailors, were greeted with a few waterspouts off the East End of Bermuda yesterday afternoon [June 18]. Bermuda Weather Service Meteorologist Michelle Pitcher said, “Waterspouts are not uncommon in the summertime. They are referred to as funnel clouds when they do not reach the... Read more of this article

Waterspout Forms In Castle Harbour Area

Just after 3pm this afternoon [Aug.1] two funnel clouds formed in the Castle Harbour area with one becoming a waterspout which remained for about 10 minutes before dissipating back into a funnel cloud, which dissipated a few minutes later. Bermuda Weather Service meteorologist Michelle Pitcher said, “Just after 3pm local time the first of two... Read more of this article