Marine Thunderstorm Wind — Tidal Potomac Key Bridge To Indian Hd Md, Atlantic North
2024-11-20 · near (dca)reagan National Airport, Tidal Potomac Key Bridge To Indian Hd Md, Atlantic North
45 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
Wind gusts of up to 45 knots (52 MPH) were measured by the ASOS at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (KDCA) adjacent to the tidal Potomac River.
Wider weather episode
A strong cold front spawned a line of squalls that resulted in a sudden onset of gale-force winds over portions of the Chesapeake Bay and tidal Potomac River during the mid to late evening hours.
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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1217740. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.