Marine Thunderstorm Wind — York River, Atlantic North

2024-05-06 · near Cape Henry Station (chyv2), York River, Atlantic North

Event narrative

The Yorktown Coast Guard Training Center mesonet measured a gust to 35 knots (40 miles per hour).

Wider weather episode

A weak surface low moved across the area from western Virginia to southeastern Virginia during the afternoon of May 6. This surface low allowed for widespread convection moving across the York River. Gusty winds were observed with some of these storms.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1184601. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.