Thunderstorm Wind — Bamberg, South Carolina

2020-04-13 · near Farrells Xrds, Bamberg, South Carolina

Event narrative

SCHP reported trees down at Howells Mill Rd and Hunters Chapel Rd. Time estimated.

Wider weather episode

A squall line rolled through the region during the early morning hours of April 13, 2020. Strong instability and shear led to numerous severe thunderstorm wind gusts along with several tornadoes. In total, across central SC, there were 5 EF-3 tornadoes, 1 EF-2 tornadoes, and 1 EF-1 tornado. Two fatalities, and several injuries, occurred with the tornadoes.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 884427. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.