Thunderstorm Wind — Hernando, Florida

2013-06-09 · near Camp, Hernando, Florida

Event narrative

The Hernando County Sheriff's Office reported approximately 30 calls from residents in eastern Hernando County around Mondon Hill Road, Weatherly Road, and Croom Road from a storm that passed by around 5:30 PM EDT. Damage reported included numerous power poles down, trees down, and minor roof damage to homes, a barn, and sheds. Time is estimated from radar and 911 call logs.

Wider weather episode

A late afternoon sea breeze boundary collision over the Nature Coast allowed thunderstorms to rapidly intensify. One of these storms produced a downburst with estimated winds of up to 60 MPH, damaging several homes and knocking down power lines and trees.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 454618. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.