Thunderstorm Wind — Moffat, Colorado

2021-08-26 · near Elk Spgs, Moffat, Colorado

Event narrative

A peak wind gust of 65 MPH was measured by the automated weather station 4 miles west-northwest of Elk Springs.

Wider weather episode

A shortwave trough progressed across the region as subtropical moisture streamed in from the south. As a result, scattered showers and thunderstorms developed across western Colorado. Moderate instability produced some stronger thunderstorms that generated severe wind gusts.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 970671. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.