A strong shortwave moved through a negatively tilted upper trough and enhanced convection along and ahead of a surface cold front. The existence of a strong low level jet increased the risk of damaging winds during the night.
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A strong shortwave moved through a negatively tilted upper trough and enhanced convection along and ahead of a surface cold front. The existence of a strong low level jet increased the risk of damaging winds during the night.
The Wilmington radar (KLTX), 102 km away, was scanning. The volume nearest the first event began at 06:14 UTC.
1 thunderstorm wind. Local standard time, as filed.
Three large pine trees were blown down and a carport was destroyed. The time was estimated based on radar data.
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