Octavio Paz

Poems - crystallizations of the universal play of analogy, transparent objects which, as they reproduce the mechanism and the rotary motion of analogy, are waterspouts of new analogies.

Mexican Poet

A waterspout is a natural weather event, important in meteorological studies.

Nature Phenomenon

Sailors and people on vessels should take caution since waterspouts can be dangerous.

Maritime Caution

Sometimes waterspouts form without the typical funnel, making them hard to spot.

Not Always Visible

A waterspout is a common feature on buildings, particularly in regions with heavy rainfall.

Building Feature

Waterspouts can get clogged and may require regular cleaning to function properly.

Maintenance Required

Clogged waterspouts can cause water to back up, leading to roof or property damage.

Overflow Risk

 Air particles from the area of high pressure move toward an area of low pressure, a movement that creates wind. Non-supercell tornadoes, such as waterspouts and landspouts, begin when cool high-pressure air