Weather Buoy
8670870 - Fort Pulaski, GA
South Carolina
At a glance
- NDBC station ID
- fpkg1
- Operated by
- NOS
- Station type
- Water Level Observation Network
- Coordinates
- 32.03500, -80.90300
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8670870 - Fort Pulaski, GA is an NDBC observing station (ID fpkg1) off the South Carolina coast. It reports marine conditions such as wind, waves, and water temperature that saltwater captains check before leaving the dock.
About 8670870 - Fort Pulaski, GA
8670870 - Fort Pulaski, GA is an NDBC weather and marine observing buoy located in South Carolina waters, identified by NDBC station ID fpkg1. It is operated by NOS. It is classified as station type Water Level Observation Network.
NDBC buoys report real-time marine conditions — wind, waves, atmospheric pressure, air and water temperature, and other observations — that boaters and anglers use to assess conditions before and during a trip.
A buoy is an observation platform, not a launch ramp, marina, or fishing spot. For current readings, look up station fpkg1 on the NDBC website.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the 8670870 - Fort Pulaski, GA buoy?
It is an NDBC marine observing buoy (station fpkg1) in South Carolina waters.
What does this buoy measure?
NDBC buoys report real-time marine conditions such as wind, waves, pressure, and air and water temperature.
Who operates this buoy?
It is maintained by NOS.
Can I fish at or launch from this buoy?
No. A buoy is an observation platform, not a launch ramp or fishing facility.
Where can I see current conditions?
Look up NDBC station fpkg1 on the NDBC website.