Thunderstorm Wind — Clatsop, Oregon

2010-12-13 · near Ft Stevens, Clatsop, Oregon

Event narrative

Strong, gusty winds were reported at Clatsop Spit with sustained winds of 35 kts and gusts to 56 kts.

Wider weather episode

A strong cold pool of air aloft produced a very unstable airmass over western Oregon. A vigorous low pressure center was just off the Washington Coast with a surface trough moving through western Oregon. This trough served as a focus for thunderstorms during the day. These thunderstorms produced strong, gusty winds in several locations.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 274213. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.