Thunderstorm Wind — Ciales, Puerto Rico

2025-09-06 · near Ciales, Ciales, Puerto Rico

Event narrative

A large tree fell blocking portions of PR-149 at Barrio Jagas in Ciales. The downed tree obstructed traffic but no injuries were reported. Event associated with a strong thunderstorm producing gusty winds and lightning.

Wider weather episode

Tropical moisture associated with a tropical wave and other trade wind perturbations, along with an upper-level trough resulted in the formation of strong showers and thunderstorms. These showers resulted in flooding, landslide and wind damage along portions of eastern, northern and western Puerto Rico.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1294605. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.