Thunderstorm Wind — Stephens, Georgia

2020-04-13 · near Toccoa, Stephens, Georgia

Event narrative

Ham radio operators reported many trees blown down throughout Stephens County, especially along Highways 123 and 328. A tree was also blown down onto a home along Century Dr near Lake Hartwell.

Wider weather episode

A strong storm system impacted the Southeast, resulting in a line of strong to severe thunderstorms that moved across northeast Georgia during the early morning hours of the 13th. This resulted in severe weather, including a couple of tornadoes.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 887381. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.