Thunderstorm Wind — Toa Baja, Puerto Rico

2025-08-16 · near Toa Baja, Toa Baja, Puerto Rico

Event narrative

The 911 Call Center reported a fallen tree at PR-865, blocking the roadway. This was near the intersections with Palma St., Camajey St. & Tabonuco St. This incident occurred as the outer bands of Hurricane Erin moved onshore.

Wider weather episode

Major Hurricane Erin moved northeast and north of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Erin's Outer Bands and then Feeder Bands still affected the islands, producing strong thunderstorms, gusty winds, and heavy rains across the islands. Several reports of wind gust damage, along with reports of high surf, flooding and debris flow were received between August 16 to 18.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1292892. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.