Thunderstorm Wind — Prince George's, Maryland

1996-06-24 · near Oxon Hill, Prince George's, Maryland

Wider weather episode

A rapidly moving bow-echo produced widespread tree, power line, and minor structural damage from Oxon Hill through Andrews AFB. A wind gust of 79 mph struck the base at 1622EST. Several trees fell onto homes and vehicles; at least one home was split in half by fallen large oaks. Other homes had roof damage from fallen trees, and a few cyclone fences were damaged or destroyed. The winds also caused minor structural damage, mainly to shingles, gutters, and siding.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5561187. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.