Thunderstorm Wind — Hillsborough, Florida

2010-02-05 · near Tampa Vandenberg Arp, Hillsborough, Florida

Event narrative

Thirteen people were injured when estimated 60 mph thunderstorm winds ripped the tethers of a 600-square-foot food tent at the Florida State Fair, causing the tent to collapse. In addition, the winds blew over some tables and blew the cover off of an ATM machine.

Wider weather episode

A strong and fast-moving squall-line ahead of a cold front produced damaging wind gusts.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 216246. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.