Thunderstorm Wind — Chesterfield, South Carolina

2024-01-09 · near Angelus, Chesterfield, South Carolina

Event narrative

RAWS gage at Carolina Sandhills NWR measured a peak wind gust of 57 mph.

Wider weather episode

Strong upper level and surface areas of low pressure moved NE into the Midwest, while a cold front along with a secondary weak low, formed and moved through the area. Gradient wind gusts, along with enhanced wind gusts associated with severe thunderstorms and a strong low level jet, resulted in widespread tree damage.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1147245. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.