Strong Wind — West Polk, Tennessee
2009-04-13 · West Polk, Tennessee
$10K
Property damage
45 EG
Magnitude
Event narrative
The local newspaper reported several trees and powerlines downed by strong winds across the county.
Wider weather episode
A strong pressure gradient across the area brought high winds to the higher elevations and strong winds to the valley. One person died when a tree fell on their home while they were inside.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 166760. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.