Thunderstorm Wind — Martin, North Carolina

2022-07-27 · near Williamston, Martin, North Carolina

Event narrative

An area of significant wind damage stretched from the Martin County Airport eastward to the intersection of Hopkins Rd and Highway 125. The damage included trees down, some on cars and homes, damage to lightweight structures and sheds, and damage to a solar farm. The estimated wind gusts were between 75 and 80 mph.

Wider weather episode

An isolated thunderstorm became severe and produced strong winds and a small area of significant damage.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1050929. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.