Lightning — Robertson, Tennessee

2024-09-24 · near Springfield, Robertson, Tennessee

Event narrative

The Robertson County Emergency Operations Center was struck by lightning, causing minor damage.

Wider weather episode

Thunderstorms developed ahead of a cold front that moved eastward through Middle Tennessee on September 24, 2024. With plenty of instability and wind shear, these thunderstorms strengthened and became severe through the afternoon and evening. Damaging winds were the primary threat with numerous reports of downed trees and powerlines received. The most significant damage was reported in Ethridge where severe winds caused a tent to collapse, injuring three people. Some hail reports were received as well, but these were mostly less than one inch in diameter.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1207147. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.