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title: "Rare Waterspout Sighted Near Penang International Airport"
url: https://weirdkaya.com/rare-waterspout-sighted-near-penang-international-airport/
date: 2024-11-17
modified: 2024-11-17
lang: en
author: "Dylan"
description: "A rare and brief waterspout was spotted near Penang International Airport, capturing the attention of social media users. The phenomenon occurred at approximately 11:15 AM on November 13, according to..."
categories:
  - "Society"
tags:
  - "Malaysia"
  - "Malaysian"
  - "Penang"
  - "Penang International Airport"
  - "Waterspout"
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# Rare Waterspout Sighted Near Penang International Airport

##### A rare and brief waterspout was spotted near Penang International Airport, capturing the attention of social media users.

The phenomenon occurred at approximately 11:15 AM on November 13, according to footage circulating on [social media](https://www.tiktok.com/@nblrsli/video/7436688120277454088).

## The waterspout formed and disappeared quickly

The video, reportedly filmed by a staff member from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) from the airport's air traffic control tower, shows the waterspout forming and disappearing within a short span of about 30 seconds.

In the video, a giant waterspout was seen forming behind a hill, slowly raising its tail and disappearing into the clouds in the 30-second clip.

![Waterspout spotted in Penang Screenshot 2024-11-17 143555 (6)](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/waterspout-spotted-in-penang-screenshot-2024-11-17-143555-6.png)Image via TikTok/[@nblrsli](https://www.tiktok.com/@nblrsli/video/7436688120277454088)

![Waterspout spotted in Penang Screenshot 2024-11-17 143555 (1)](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/waterspout-spotted-in-penang-screenshot-2024-11-17-143555-1.png)Image via TikTok/[@nblrsli](https://www.tiktok.com/@nblrsli/video/7436688120277454088)

According to the owner of the video, the clip was slightly fast-forwarded to showcase its fluid mechanics.

Authorities have yet to release a formal statement regarding the incident, but no disruptions to airport operations have been reported so far.

## Netizens' reaction

Netizens were quick to share their thoughts, noting that while waterspouts are not uncommon in Penang, it was their first time witnessing one so close to the airport.

***"I also saw it this evening, happened to pass by the airport. "***

![Waterspout spotted in Penang Screenshot 2024-11-17 143555 (2)](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/waterspout-spotted-in-penang-screenshot-2024-11-17-143555-2.png)Image via TikTok/[@nblrsli](https://www.tiktok.com/@nblrsli/video/7436688120277454088)

***"This is the first time it's been so close to the airport. It is considered a significant weather phenomenon for aviation."***

![Waterspout spotted in Penang Screenshot 2024-11-17 143555 (3)](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/waterspout-spotted-in-penang-screenshot-2024-11-17-143555-3.png)Image via TikTok/[@nblrsli](https://www.tiktok.com/@nblrsli/video/7436688120277454088)

***"I am… BOBOIBOY TORNADO 🌪️"***

![Waterspout spotted in Penang Screenshot 2024-11-17 143555 (4)](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/waterspout-spotted-in-penang-screenshot-2024-11-17-143555-4.png)Image via TikTok/[@nblrsli](https://www.tiktok.com/@nblrsli/video/7436688120277454088)

Watch the full video [here:](https://www.tiktok.com/@nblrsli/video/7436688120277454088)

https://www.tiktok.com/@nblrsli/video/7436688120277454088

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