Beach and Boating Facts

The Dangers of WaterSpouts

Waterspouts are like tornadoes, but form on bodies of water. They are often associated with dangerous weather conditions, like high seas and lightning.

Learn more about waterspouts and get safety tips.
The Ups and Downs of Tides

What causes low and high tides?

Learn all about tides.
Land and Sea Breezes

Why is it always breezy at the beach? What is the difference between a land breeze and a sea breeze?

Learn all about breezes.
Small Craft Advisories

Before you venture out to sea, be sure there are no small craft advisories.

What is a small craft advisory?
Boating and keeping Track of the Weather

Here are several good tools you can take with you on your next boating trip to help you keep track of severe weather.