Strong Wind — Faulkner, Arkansas

2015-01-25 · Faulkner, Arkansas

Event narrative

The body of a 65 year-old male was found near the Pierce Creek access to Lake Conway after the boat he was fishing from capsized from strong winds on the 25th. Observed winds from Little Rock Adam's Field were sustained 20 to 30 mph that afternoon, with gusts of 30 to over 40 mph.

Wider weather episode

Strong winds created hazardous conditions on Lake Conway on the 25th.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 550098. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.