Strong Wind — Eastern Preston, West Virginia

2024-03-19 to 2024-03-20 · Eastern Preston, West Virginia

Event narrative

Wind gusts of up to 51 MPH were reported from a sensor at Afton. A downed tree was also reported at Mountain View.

Wider weather episode

Behind a cold front, deep mixing and a strong low-level jet contributed to gusty winds on March 20th.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1168951. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.