Marine Thunderstorm Wind — Savannah Ga To Altamaha Sound Ga Out 20nm, Atlantic South

2015-07-21 · near Grays Reef Buoy (41008), Savannah Ga To Altamaha Sound Ga Out 20nm, Atlantic South

Event narrative

Buoy 41008 measured a 39 knot wind gust with a passing thunderstorm.

Wider weather episode

Strong thunderstorms developed in the afternoon hours within a very unstable environment and a sharp surface trough. These thunderstorms pushed toward the coast and produced very strong wind gusts along area beaches and the adjacent coastal waters.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 592766. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.