Thunderstorm Wind — Iberia, Louisiana

2024-05-28 · near New Iberia Arpt, Iberia, Louisiana

Event narrative

A 50 knot wind gust was recorded at Acadiana Regional Airport.

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 1187567. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.