Marine Thunderstorm Wind — Savannah Ga To Altamaha Sd Ga Out 20nm, Atlantic South
2024-06-27 · near Sapelo Island, Savannah Ga To Altamaha Sd Ga Out 20nm, Atlantic South
43 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
The NERRS site on the south end of Sapelo Island measured a 43 knot wind gust.
Wider weather episode
Mid-level shortwave energy advancing into the area and encountering an environment displaying modest instability and strong downdraft CAPE led to thunderstorms capable of producing damaging wind gusts across coastal waters.
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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1196569. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.