News: Cold Air Funnel Clouds Spotted on Lake Erie

CLEVELAND -- The National Weather Service in Cleveland has issued a special marine for the Lake Erie shoreline from Vermilion to Ripley, New York including Ashtabula and Fairport Harbor.

The warning area also extends to five nautical miles off shore. The warning is in effect until 8:30 p.m. Friday night.

At 627 p.m., the National Weather Service says some cold air funnels were reported over Lake Erie just north of Cleveland. It is possible that some of these cold air funnels could become waterspouts.

Waterspouts are possible on Lake Erie through dark. Mariners can expect gusty winds and high waves near any waterspouts. Boaters should seek safe harbor immediately if they see a waterspout or cold air funnel.

To watch video of a cold air funnel we caught on tape: CLICK HERE