Marine Thunderstorm Wind — Surf City To Cp Fear Nc Out 20nm, Atlantic South
2013-01-31 · near Cape Fear, Surf City To Cp Fear Nc Out 20nm, Atlantic South
51 MG
Magnitude
Event narrative
A mesonet site measured a wind gust to 59 mph. The equipment is mounted 45 feet above ground level.
Wider weather episode
Strong winds aloft were in place well ahead of a cold front. A gale warning was in effect. A line of forced convection developed along the front and swept across the waters during the late night hours. The convection slightly enhanced the strong gradient winds.
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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 429617. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.