Thunderstorm Wind — Bond, Illinois

2023-07-29 · near Pocahontas, Bond, Illinois

Event narrative

Thunderstorm winds blew down several road signs in Pocahontas. In Greenville, several large trees and numerous tree limbs were blown down.

Wider weather episode

A severe MCS moved through the forecast area during the afternoon hours producing widespread 60-70mph winds and associated damage. The complex moved to the southeast taking advantage of 3500-4500 J/kg of surface-based CAPE.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1141346. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.