Thunderstorm Wind — Newton, Texas

2024-05-30 · near Mayflower, Newton, Texas

Event narrative

The KFDM mesonet station on Toledo Bend Dam recorded a wind gust to 77 mph.

Wider weather episode

Short waves traversed the region during the afternoons at the end of May. This occurred while the area was at peak afternoon heating each day which set the stage for severe thunderstorms to develop.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1187468. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.