Thunderstorm Wind in Cecil County, Maryland

Thunderstorm Wind September 18, 2004 · Cecil County, Maryland

70 mph

Estimated gust (61 kt)

Deaths

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

The wider storm

Severe thunderstorms caused wind damage in Charlestown and Colora. Two people were killed in Colora after a large tree fell onto the house they were sleeping in. About six large trees were uprooted in Colora. Two other homes were damaged by fallen trees. Several large tree limbs were also torn away. One shed was destroyed by the wind. Wind speeds were estimated at 70 mph. In Charlestown, several large trees were knocked down. The elementary school suffered minor structural damage.

Began near Charlestown (39.5667, -75.9833).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5427470. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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