Strong Wind — West Becker, Minnesota

2021-08-26 · West Becker, Minnesota

Event narrative

Numerous 1-inch branches were blown down. Gusty winds followed after the morning rain, with a peak wind measured at 48 mph at the nearby Detroit Lakes Airport.

Wider weather episode

Gusty winds upwards of 60 mph were observed through the mid-morning through early afternoon hours on August 26.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 982823. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.