Thunderstorm Wind — Marshall, Alabama

2015-08-10 · near Guntersville Muni Ar, Marshall, Alabama

Event narrative

A strong thunderstorm moved through the Short creek area of Lake Guntersville, Alabama, capsizing a canoe, resulting in two drownings. Time was estimated by news article.

Wider weather episode

A broken line of strong to severe thunderstorms developed during the midday hours over north central Alabama. The line filled in as it moved east across the remainder of northeast Alabama. Trees were knocked down in a couple locations in Madison County. Lightning also struck at least two homes.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 598386. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.