Strong Wind in Burke, Georgia

Strong Wind January 9, 2024 · Burke, Georgia

52 mph

Estimated gust (45 kt)

What the National Weather Service wrote

Strong gradient wind gusts took down several trees across the county.

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.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1147276. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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