NWS: Waterspout was spotted just offshore near North Avenue Beach Wednesday
CHICAGO (CBS) -- A waterspout apparently spotted just offshore on Lake Michigan on Wednesday near Navy Pier was confirmed on Thursday.
The National Weather Service confirmed the waterspout about a mile or two offshore on North Avenue Beach based on video evidence.
The NWS has been assessing the severe storms throughout the area.
Note - We also confirmed a waterspout occurred a mile or two offshore of North Avenue Beach in Chicago the evening of July 12th based on video evidence.
— NWS Chicago (@NWSChicago) July 13, 2023