Thunderstorm Wind — Allegheny, Pennsylvania

2024-10-06 · near Wexford, Allegheny, Pennsylvania

Event narrative

A few small trunks and were snapped along Rachel Carson Trail.

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 1221695. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.