Thunderstorm Wind — Vernon, Louisiana

2025-03-04 · near (poe)ft Polk Aaf Lee, Vernon, Louisiana

Event narrative

An overturned trailer was reported on Fort Johnson. Winds were recorded at 70mph at the airfield.

Wider weather episode

A strong low pressure system moved across the plains during early March. The associated cold front and upper disturbance triggered severe weather over Louisiana during Mardi Gras.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1246362. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.