Event Brief
Oct 12, 2026 at 7:20 AM ET
Radar detects migrating birds over Tampa Bay area
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Max Defender 8 radar showed reflectivity across much of the area early Monday that could resemble light rain. Closer inspection indicated the radar returns were migrating birds in flight during peak migration.
WHO: Migrating birds; Max Defender 8 meteorologists
WHAT: Max Defender 8 radar detected migrating birds in flight.
WHEN: Reported Oct 12, 2026 at 7:14 AM ET
WHERE: Tampa, Fla.
WHY: The radar reflectivity came from migrating birds in flight during peak migration, rather than rain.
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