Strong Wind — Upper Jefferson, Louisiana
2010-03-01 · Upper Jefferson, Louisiana
$10K
Property damage
45 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
New Orleans International Airport reported 41g52mph at 1821. Approximately 4,000 customers lost power in Jefferson Parish due to the strong winds.
Wider weather episode
Strong winds developed on the trailing edge of an area of rain and thunderstorms. Sustained winds near 40 mph were reported with gusts above 50 mph.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 211743. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.