Thunderstorm Wind — Columbia, Georgia

2024-01-09 · near Phinizy, Columbia, Georgia

Event narrative

Numerous trees were downed across western Columbia Co.

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 1147263. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.