Northwest winds in excess of 35 MPH blew across Allegany County during the afternoon of the 6th, knocking trees onto power lines and across roads. In Cumberland, trees were downed on McDonald Terrace.
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Northwest winds in excess of 35 MPH blew across Allegany County during the afternoon of the 6th, knocking trees onto power lines and across roads. In Cumberland, trees were downed on McDonald Terrace. Trees were also downed onto Christy and Luther Roads. Downed trees on Patterson Creek Road caused a four wheeler accident that seriously injured one person. Downed power lines sparked brush fires around Knobley and Hinkle Roads.
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1 strong wind. Local standard time, as filed.
Trees were downed onto roads and power lines.
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