Thunderstorm Wind — Oconee, Georgia
2023-08-07 · near Old Mill Chase, Oconee, Georgia
$10K
Property damage
56 EG
Magnitude
Event narrative
Public also reported numerous trees and powerlines downed in the area around Mcree's Mill Rd and Flat Rock Rd.
Wider weather episode
A strong shortwave trough pushed through the Ohio Valley bringing strong lift and shear into Northern Georgia. Significant instability and northwest flow made conditions ideal for Mesoscale Convective Complex development. Storms developed substantial severe winds over large areas.
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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1134181. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.