Thunderstorm Wind — Atkinson, Georgia

2025-02-16 · near Kirkland, Atkinson, Georgia

Event narrative

Trees were blown down onto powerlines in the Kirkland area. The time of damage was based on radar.

Wider weather episode

A pre-frontal squall line of strong to severe storms moved quickly across the area through the day. Widespread wind gusts of 40-55 mph were observed which caused wind damage with localized 60 mph estimated damage.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1232219. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.