Thunderstorm Wind — Kennebec, Maine

2024-07-13 · near Clinton, Kennebec, Maine

Event narrative

Severe thunderstorm outflow wind gusts downed 2 trees on Hinckley Road.

Wider weather episode

A weak frontal boundary pushed through Maine during the evening hours of July 13th. A hot unstable airmass was in place with above normal temperatures and deep moisture. This allowed for a line of scattered thunderstorms to develop in a weak sheer environment. Most storms were on the strong side, but a severe storm did develop in York and Kennebec County.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1205483. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.