Thunderstorm Wind — Lynn, Texas

2022-08-29 · near Odonnell, Lynn, Texas

Event narrative

A Texas Tech University West Texas mesonet site near O'Donnell measured a wind gust of 58 mph.

Wider weather episode

Widespread severe thunderstorms developed on the afternoon of the 29th triggered in part by an upper level disturbance approaching via the southern Rockies. A high amount of instability led to rapid thunderstorm development across the southwest Texas Panhandle and northwestern South Plains bringing sweeping severe wind gusts. This activity quickly grew into a line as it accelerated south and southeastward through the evening hours. Along the leading edge of the line, intense winds created a haboob severely limiting visibility in spots.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1044361. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.