Thunderstorm Wind in Bedford (c) County, Virginia

Thunderstorm Wind May 21, 2004 · Bedford (c) County, Virginia

58 mph

Estimated gust (50 kt)

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

The wider storm

Severe thunderstorms on the afternoon and evening of May 21st from the Roanoke Valley south to Southside Virginia produced hail up to the size of golf balls and destructive winds that toppled trees and power and telephone lines.

Began near Bedford City (37.3333, -79.6167).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5398515. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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