waterspout
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That rain and gusty winds also could bring small hail and the possibility of a waterspout or small tornado, according to the weather service.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 10, 2026
In Orange County, a possible tornado or waterspout moved ashore around 10:15 p.m.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 21, 2025
That contradicted previous reports that had identified the cause as a waterspout, or mini tornado at sea.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2024
It is believed the ship was struck by a tornado over the water - otherwise known as a waterspout - causing Bayesian to capsize.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2024
The song leaped into his mind: Itsy-bitsy Abby, climbed up the waterspout.
From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret
Holding it down causes waterspouts to spin up all around you, dancing on their tails, merging and splitting—the immersiveness comes courtesy of a speaker in the driver’s headrest.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 24, 2025
Before 4 a.m., a severe thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts and hail was detected near Catalina Island.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 27, 2025
Besides the risk for debris flow, there is a potential for waterspouts over the ocean, as well as damaging winds, and strong thunderstorms, Lund said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 26, 2025
According to the International Centre for Waterspout Research, there were 18 confirmed waterspouts off the coast of Italy on Monday alone.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2024
There was a tugging sensation in my gut, and the waterspouts exploded like the world’s largest carwash.
From "The Battle of the Labyrinth" by Rick Riordan
