Thunderstorm Wind — Washington, North Carolina

2022-05-16 · near Plymouth, Washington, North Carolina

Event narrative

Ten to 12 power poles were blown down, blocking Highway 99. The time was estimated based on radar data.

Wider weather episode

A long-duration severe thunderstorm event affect Eastern NC during the afternoon, and lingered well into the evening hours. Numerous reports of wind damage occurred, along with a couple tornado reports, and some large hail.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1029949. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.