Marine Thunderstorm Wind — Cape Blanco To Pt. St. George...out To 10 Nm, E Pacific

2012-02-28 · near Port Orford, Cape Blanco To Pt. St. George...out To 10 Nm, E Pacific

Event narrative

Based on radar returns, lightning data, satellite imagery, and coast based wind reports when the line moved onshore, it is assumed that this squall line was severe.

Wider weather episode

A post-frontal squall line developed off the southern Oregon coast with strong winds and frequent lightning. A Special Marine Warning was issued for this system, and three Severe Thunderstorm Warnings were issued when it moved onshore. Only one verifying land-based wind report was received, but based on similar radar signatures, it is assumed that the other warnings verified as well.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 360368. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.