Thunderstorm Wind — Cecil, Maryland

2004-09-18 · near Charlestown, Cecil, Maryland

Wider weather episode

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.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5427470. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.