Thunderstorm Wind — Schoolcraft, Michigan

2021-07-14 · near Steuben, Schoolcraft, Michigan

Event narrative

A microburst struck Indian River Campground southeast of Steuben in Schoolcraft County on the afternoon of the 14th. Over 50 large trees were snapped or uprooted over a 300 x 200 yard area. Maximum wind speeds were estimated at 85 mph. Fortunately, all of the campsites were empty at the time of the storm.

Wider weather episode

A microburst struck Indian River Campground southeast of Steuben in Schoolcraft County on the afternoon of the 14th. Over 50 trees were snapped or uprooted over a 300 x 200 yard area. Maximum wind speeds were estimated at 85 mph. Fortunately, all of the campsites were empty at the time of the storm.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 969292. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.