High Wind in Greater Pickens, South Carolina

High Wind February 24, 2016 · Greater Pickens, South Carolina

58 mph

Estimated gust (50 kt)

The wider storm

Very strong west/northwest winds developed across the portions of the foothills and Piedmont during the afternoon in the wake of a cold front. Numerous trees were blown down across the area, some of which fell on and took down power lines, resulting in scattered power outages. Some minor roof damage was also reported.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 618145. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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