Thunderstorm Wind in Richmond County, Georgia

Thunderstorm Wind January 9, 2024 · Richmond County, Georgia

69 mph

Estimated gust (60 kt)

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Two closed doors at an industrial storage building were ripped off their hinges near the intersection of Jimmie Dyess Pkwy and Wrightsboro Rd.

The wider storm

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.

Began near Augusta Daniel Arpt (33.4726, -82.1287).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1147268. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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