Riding out the Storm

Sea Birds on the Beach
Jupiter Island, FL
October 25, 2026

 The weekend storms ravaged the South Florida Atlantic Coastline. The rains swept through but even more impressive were the wind whipped waves, reportedly up to 18 feet, crashing on the beaches.  

Jupiter Lighthouse
Jupiter Beach, Jupiter, FL
October 25, 2026

I had to go out and see them for myself! I talked Chris and Finnegan into joining me.

We walked up the stairs to cross the dune and visit the ocean, but were met with a stiff wind at the top. I stood on the platform and took in the raging ocean and was most amazed by the sea birds. From the time I started watching until we departed, the birds went from flying on the wind to sitting on the beach. 

After enjoying the view, we departed and went to DuBois Beach in Jupiter to observe the powerful waves crash into the inlet. We were not disappointed, but again, the birds were the stars of the show. They were flying over the water in front of the Jupiter Lighthouse. Apparently, non-stop!

This video is from the platform atop the dune at Jupiter Island. Wow, what a weather day. 

-- Bob Doan, Tequesta, FL