A low level jet developed ahead of an approaching cold front. Southerly winds were estimated in the 55 to 60 mph range.
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The episode as NWS GSP wrote it up.
A low level jet developed ahead of an approaching cold front. Southerly winds were estimated in the 55 to 60 mph range.
The national radar mosaic for the moment the first event began.
1 high wind. Local standard time, as filed.
3 or 4 trees were blown down overnight. A gas truck turned over, which could have been caused by the high winds.
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