Strong Wind — Central Douglas County, Oregon
2010-12-14 · Central Douglas County, Oregon
1
Direct deaths
$20K
Property damage
35 EG
Magnitude
Event narrative
A large tree fell on a vehicle parked on a back road, killing the person asleep inside. Reported wind gusts on the ridges were 42-53 mph, while valley wind gusts peaked at 20-35 mph. The sheriff's deputy at the scene said the tree was healthy.
Wider weather episode
An incoming cold front brought high winds to areas of south central Oregon.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 265075. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.