High Wind — Burnet, Texas

2025-03-04 · Burnet, Texas

Event narrative

The ASOS at Burnet Municipal Airport-Kate Craddock Field reported wind gusts of 59 mph.

Wider weather episode

A tight pressure gradient developed behind a strong cold front. As a result, strong winds developed. The post frontal air was much drier. The combination of strong winds and dry air resulted in critical fire weather conditions.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1240993. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.