High Wind — Rockbridge, Virginia
2025-02-16 · Rockbridge, Virginia
$25K
Property damage
50 EG
Magnitude
Event narrative
Numerous trees and a few power lines were blown down by non-thunderstorm winds around Rockbridge County.
Wider weather episode
A strong pressure gradient in the wake of a cold front caused very strong, gusty winds throughout Southwest Virginia, with winds exceeding 60 MPH at times. The extent of damage was exacerbated by a strong freezing rain event in the previous couple days, both softening soil and weakening tree branches.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1239031. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.