Thunderstorm Wind — Bacon, Georgia

2025-02-16 · near Alma, Bacon, Georgia

Event narrative

A tree was blown down in Alma across Douglas Street. 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 1232223. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.