Thunderstorm Wind — Jersey, Illinois

2022-03-05 · near Elsah, Jersey, Illinois

Event narrative

Thunderstorm winds blew over a large outside play structure that was anchored. Also, numerous large tree limbs were blown down in the area.

Wider weather episode

A strong cold front moved through the region, triggering showers and storms. Some of the storms became severe with damaging winds and an isolated tornado.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1014508. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.