Marine Thunderstorm Wind — Savannah Ga To Altamaha Sd Ga Out 20nm, Atlantic South
2023-12-10 · near Altamaha Sound, Savannah Ga To Altamaha Sd Ga Out 20nm, Atlantic South
34 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
The Sapelo Island NERRS sensor (SAXG1) measured a peak marine thunderstorm wind gust of 34 knots.
Wider weather episode
A strong pressure gradient and modest instability developing ahead of an approaching cold front led to a thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts across coastal waters.
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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1152344. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.