Striking images of a waterspout about to engulf a yacht in Miami.

In a shocking event reported this weekend in Miami, a waterspout surprised residents of the Downtown area as it was spotted from several apartments.

The images, captured from a building in the heart of the city, show the dangerous approach of this weather formation to a yacht sailing through the bay.

The video, shared by the site Only in Dade, captures the exact moment when the waterspout seems to head directly towards the vessel. As it approaches, spectators can't help but hold their breath at the possibility that the natural phenomenon will engulf the yacht.

However, in a turn of events, the waterspout veers at the last moment, fortunately avoiding a disaster for the occupants of the yacht.

The phenomenon, although impressive, is a reminder of the power and unpredictability of nature, especially in the waters of southern Florida, where waterspouts are not uncommon during hurricane season. These water tornadoes can cause serious damage to vessels and coastal structures if they make landfall.

Residents of Miami, accustomed to dealing with storms and hurricanes, expressed their concern on social media. "Something terrible almost happened," commented a user on Instagram, while another thanked that "God saved that boat."

Local authorities have not reported any damage or injuries, but they urge sailors to stay informed about weather conditions and take the necessary precautions.

This incident, which has already been seen by thousands of people on social media, serves as a warning of the dangers that these waterspouts represent, highlighting the importance of being prepared and vigilant in the face of any sudden changes in the weather.

Just a month ago, amid the bad weather that prevailed in South Florida at the end of July, images on social media spread of an impressive waterspout in the Key Biscayne area, in Miami Dade County.

In mid-June, cameras captured a waterspout that formed in the waters of Miami Beach amid the severe weather situation that struck the southern part of the state, causing impressive flooding in Miami and South Florida.