Hail — Lawrence, Pennsylvania

2024-10-06 · near New Castle, Lawrence, Pennsylvania

Event narrative

Nickel sized hail was reported by a trained spotter.

Wider weather episode

Strong southwesterly wind ahead of an approaching front eventually advected sufficient moisture and warm air in the lower levels to overcome a capping inversion ahead of a cold front that would eventually be the main driver of forcing to take advantage of a supportive environment. Damaging wind was the primary threat, although the shear and lapse rates aloft pointed towards a limited potential for large hail as well. Tornadoes looked possible, however, LCLs were relatively high, and any issued TORs did not verify.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1221658. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.