Thunderstorm Wind — Jackson, Oregon

2016-06-06 · near Prospect, Jackson, Oregon

Event narrative

KDRV-TV reported a large tree was blown down, closing Highway 62 until it was cleared.

Wider weather episode

Abundant moisture, strong surface heating, and an upper level disturbance combined to promote convection over the area. Some of the thunderstorms became severe.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 629981. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.