Thunderstorm Wind — Wilkes, North Carolina

2024-05-07 · near Windy Gap, Wilkes, North Carolina

Event narrative

One tree was blown down by thunderstorm winds on US Highway 421 South.

Wider weather episode

A weak upper level disturbance moved across the region during the afternoon hours. Afternoon heating coupled with modest dew points resulted in building instability with steep lapse rates. Storms developed across the North Carolina Foothills and produced areas of wind damage and large hail.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1181148. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.