Thunderstorm Wind — Plaquemines, Louisiana

2011-03-29 · near Belle Chasse, Plaquemines, Louisiana

Event narrative

Damage in Belle Chasse was in line with the storm in the Gretna area. Trees and power lines were blown down and structures received minor damage. A NWS Storm Survey showed straight line winds of 100 mph and were associated with a strong inflow notch radar signature.

Wider weather episode

Upper level disturbances moving over a very warm and unstable airmass produced numerous reports of severe weather, as well as isolated flash flooding.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 282237. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.