Possible Waterspout Observed at Lake Waccamaw
• A possible waterspout was spotted near Lynn’s Place on Lake Waccamaw, North Carolina, at approximately 4:40 p.m. on Sunday, September 6,
• Witnesses reported seeing a funnel cloud just outside the no-wake line before heavy rain obscured the spout. Waterspouts, which form similarly to tornadoes, can pose significant danger to those nearby. Meteorologist Christopher Cawley recorded over two inches of rain in Whiteville by 5 p.m., following an inch of rainfall the previous day. The National Weather Service in Wilmington noted that conditions at Lake Waccamaw were conducive to the formation of a short-lived waterspout, although no official reports were received.
Impact & Risks
The waterspout prompted boaters and patrons at nearby docks to seek cover, highlighting the potential hazards of such weather phenomena. Waterspouts can cause damage similar to tornadoes, including risks to watercraft and shoreline structures. Heavy rainfall in the area also increased the likelihood of localized flooding, particularly in low-lying regions.
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