Thunderstorm Wind — Teton, Wyoming

2012-06-04 · near Jackson, Teton, Wyoming

Event narrative

A microburst associated with a strong thunderstorm that developed near Rafter J Ranch and swept north caused widespread tree and property damage. Most of the damage was concentrated in Jackson and in a swath from south of town to the northwest of town toward Teton Village. Dozens of uprooted trees caused minor roof damage and a carport collapsed at Jackson Hole Lodge in Jackson.

Wider weather episode

A frontal boundary moving north ahead of a low pressure system caused high-based thunderstorms with strong outflow wind. Severe wind gusts were common across the northwest quarter of Wyoming.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 389550. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.