High Wind and Strong Wind in West Virginia, January 12 to 14, 2024

Name: High Wind and Strong Wind in West Virginia, January 12 to 14, 2024
Start: 2024-01-12T10:00
End: 2024-01-14T10:00
Location: West Virginia

January 12 to 14, 2024 · NWS RLX · 51 events in 40 counties and zones

Where it happened

Every event with a place to put it; 51 filed by county or forecast zone are drawn at its center, in a lighter ring. Tap one for its entry below.

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The toll

Deaths: 0
Injuries: 0
Property damage: $282,000
Crop damage: None recorded
Events: 51

Deaths and injuries are direct and indirect together, as the offices filed them. Damage is property and crops in the dollars of the year, not adjusted for inflation, and only where an office estimated it.

What happened

The episode as NWS RLX wrote it up.

A strong low pressure system lifted into the Great lakes region on January 12th and set forth a series of disturbances that would impact the Central Appalachians for the next several days. Attached to this disturbance was a strong low level jet that yielded strengthening surface wind gusts beginning during the late morning hours on the 12th. The strongest winds from the southeast were observed along the higher terrain of West Virginia, with the highest wind report occurring at the Beckley Airport of 56 miles per hour. From the late morning to the evening hours on the 12th, wind gusts of 35 to 45 miles per hour were common across the lowlands and 45 to 55 miles per hour along the mountains.

The most notable damage observed during this time occurred in southeast Raleigh County, where a tree fell and crushed a parked car, while another tree fell onto a local home. No substantial damage was observed. In the Oak Hill area of Fayette County, the roof of a building was blown off onto the nearby parking lot as well as onto Main Street. In Barbour County, another tree fell onto a home with minimal damage. An internet tower collapsed due to strong winds near the town of Cassity in Pocahontas County. Other areas of downed trees and power lines were also widely observed across the state due to the winds associated this system, resulting in many to be without power for an extended amount of time.

Despite peak winds easing off on the evening of January 12th, the region remained breezy for the next two days and trees continued to be blown down with additional power outages. Power restoration efforts were delayed until winds diminished after January 14th.

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before the first event, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Charleston, WV wrote its last area forecast discussion before the first event at Jan 12, 8:49 AM EST, 1 hour 11 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Jan 12, 8:49 AM EST, 1 hour 11 minutes before

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Hazardous weather outlook, Jan 12, 5:09 AM EST, 4 hours 51 minutes before

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Charleston WV
509 AM EST Fri Jan 12 2024

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020-524-131015-
Greenup-Carter-Boyd-Lawrence KY-Perry-Morgan-Athens-Washington-
Jackson OH-Vinton-Meigs-Gallia-Lawrence OH-Wayne-Cabell-Mason-
Jackson WV-Wood-Pleasants-Tyler-Lincoln-Putnam-Wirt-Ritchie-
Doddridge-Southeast Pocahontas-
509 AM EST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 8 AM EST
SATURDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northeast Kentucky, southeast
Ohio, and portions of central, northeast, northern, southern and
western West Virginia.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Wind Advisory.

Rain changing to snow overnight tonight could cause slick travel in
spots. Little to no accumulations expected.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Wind Advisory.

Snow showers Saturday morning could cause slick travel in spots.
Little to no accumulations expected.

Another disturbance could bring light snow accumulations to the area
Monday and Tuesday.

Frigid temperatures expected Monday through Wednesday associated
with an arctic air mass. Wind chill headlines may be needed Tuesday
into Wednesday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions by calling the toll-free spotter hotline, or by other
methods detailed at www.weather.gov/rlx/reports.

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Upshur-Barbour-Southeast Raleigh-Northwest Fayette-Southeast Fayette-
Northwest Nicholas-Southeast Nicholas-Northwest Webster-
Southeast Webster-Northwest Pocahontas-Northwest Randolph-
Southeast Randolph-
509 AM EST Fri Jan 12 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 PM EST
THIS EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 AM EST
SUNDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of northeast,
northern and southeast West Virginia.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   High Wind Warning.
   Wind Advisory.

Rain changing to snow overnight tonight creating slick travel in
spots. Use caution if traveling. Light accumulations expected.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Wind Advisory.

Snow showers Saturday and Sunday could create slick road conditions.
Use caution if traveling. Light accumulations expected.

Strong gusty winds will impact the area Saturday and Sunday. Wind
gusts up to 55 MPH are possible.

Another disturbance could bring light snow accumulations to the area
Monday and Tuesday.

Frigid temperatures expected Monday through Wednesday associated
with an arctic air mass. Dangerous wind chills could be possible
Tuesday and Wednesday across elevations above 3,500 feet. headlines
may be needed.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions by calling the toll-free spotter hotline, or by other
methods detailed at www.weather.gov/rlx/reports.

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Dickenson-Buchanan-Kanawha-Roane-Calhoun-Mingo-Logan-Boone-Clay-
Braxton-Gilmer-Lewis-Harrison-Taylor-McDowell-Wyoming-
Northwest Raleigh-
509 AM EST Fri Jan 12 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 AM EST
SUNDAY...

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for southwest Virginia, and
portions of central, northern, southeast and southern West
Virginia.

.DAY ONE...Today and Tonight.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Wind Advisory.

Rain changing to snow overnight tonight could cause slick travel in
spots. Little to no accumulations expected.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Saturday through Thursday.

Please listen to NOAA Weather Radio or go to weather.gov on the
Internet for more information about the following hazards.

   Wind Advisory.

Snow showers Saturday morning could cause slick travel in spots.
Little to no accumulations expected.

Another disturbance could bring light snow accumulations to the area
Monday and Tuesday.

Frigid temperatures expected Monday through Wednesday associated
with an arctic air mass. Wind chill headlines may be needed Tuesday
into Wednesday.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Weather spotters are encouraged to report significant weather
conditions by calling the toll-free spotter hotline, or by other
methods detailed at www.weather.gov/rlx/reports.

The radar

The national radar mosaic for the moment the first event began.

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Event by event

39 strong wind, 12 high wind. Local standard time, as filed.

High Wind, Barbour

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Barbour forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $15,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 39.133, -80.003 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Numerous areas across the county observed downed trees and power lines during the afternoon of January 12th. In Belington, a tree fell down onto a house with adjacent power lines. No injuries were reported and everyone in the home was able to evacuate safely.

Strong Wind, McDowell

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: McDowell forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 37.379, -81.654 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Downed trees and power lines not only caused traffic obstructions around the county, but also thousands of homes to be without power for a period of time.

High Wind, Northwest Pocahontas

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Northwest Pocahontas forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Mesonet
Coordinates: 38.332, -80.008 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Northwest Raleigh

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Northwest Raleigh forecast zone
Measured: 40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 37.771, -81.249 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Multiple areas of downed trees were observed along Coal City Road through the area of Mead between Odd Road and Killarney. Another tree was blown down onto Old Eccles Road near the intersection of Dudley Lane and Rossi Avenue.

High Wind, Southeast Raleigh

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Southeast Raleigh forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $10,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 37.771, -81.249 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Winds grew to be their strongest by the late afternoon of January 12th. This resulted in widespread tree and power line damage. A few trees fell onto parked cars and one tree fell onto the porch of a home along Violet Lane.

High Wind, Northwest Randolph

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Northwest Randolph forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $15,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.775, -79.876 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

An internet tower collapsed due to strong winds near the town of Cassity.

High Wind, Southeast Randolph

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Southeast Randolph forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.775, -79.876 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

High Wind, Northwest Webster

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Northwest Webster forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.495, -80.422 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Numerous areas of tree and power line damage occurred in and around Webster Springs and Hacker Valley.

High Wind, Southeast Webster

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Southeast Webster forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.495, -80.422 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Roane

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Roane forecast zone
Measured: 40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.714, -81.348 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Tree and power line damage resulted in widespread power outages across the county.

Strong Wind, Taylor

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Taylor forecast zone
Measured: 40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 39.336, -80.046 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Power outages were observed around the Tygart Lake area due to downed trees and power lines.

Strong Wind, Wyoming

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Wyoming forecast zone
Measured: 40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 37.610, -81.549 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Power outages were observed in the Mullens, Baileysville, and Oceana areas due to tree and power line damage.

Strong Wind, Mingo

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Mingo forecast zone
Measured: 40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 37.726, -82.135 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Harrison

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Harrison forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 39.284, -80.380 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Calhoun

When: January 12, 10:00 AM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Calhoun forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.845, -81.118 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Logan

When: January 12, 12:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Logan forecast zone
Measured: 47 kt (54 mph) measured gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 37.832, -81.935 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Several areas across the county observed downed trees and power lines, resulting in many nearby homes to be without power for a period of time.

High Wind, Northwest Fayette

When: January 12, 12:00 PM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Northwest Fayette forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $15,000
Reported by: Broadcast Media
Coordinates: 38.029, -81.081 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

The roof of a building in Oak Hill was blown off onto the nearby parking lot as well as onto Main Street.

High Wind, Southeast Fayette

When: January 12, 12:00 PM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Southeast Fayette forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.029, -81.081 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Kanawha

When: January 12, 1:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Kanawha forecast zone
Measured: 44 kt (51 mph) measured gust
Property damage: $10,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.337, -81.528 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Trees and power lines were blown down around the Charleston metro area as well as other parts of the county.

High Wind, Northwest Nicholas

When: January 12, 2:00 PM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Northwest Nicholas forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.292, -80.799 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Numerous power outages were observed due to downed trees and power lines.

High Wind, Southeast Nicholas

When: January 12, 2:00 PM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Southeast Nicholas forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.292, -80.799 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

High Wind, Upshur

When: January 12, 2:00 PM EST to 10:00 PM EST
Where: Upshur forecast zone
Measured: 50 kt (58 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.898, -80.233 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Numerous areas of tree and power line damage in the county resulted in power outages for residents.

Strong Wind, Boone

When: January 12, 3:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Boone forecast zone
Measured: 45 kt (52 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.023, -81.711 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Several spots of isolated tree damage were observed across the county.

Strong Wind, Clay

When: January 12, 3:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Clay forecast zone
Measured: 39 kt (45 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.463, -81.075 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Multiple power outages were observed across the southern parts of the county as a result of tree damage.

Strong Wind, Cabell

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Cabell forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.420, -82.242 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Power outages were observed across the county as a result of tree and power line damage.

Strong Wind, Lincoln

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Lincoln forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) measured gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.175, -82.070 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Several power outages in the county were contributed to downed power lines and tree damage.

Strong Wind, Pleasants

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Pleasants forecast zone
Measured: 30 kt (35 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $3,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 39.371, -81.161 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Putnam

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:15 AM EST
Where: Putnam forecast zone
Measured: 30 kt (35 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.509, -81.909 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Multiple areas of power line damage resulted in power outages across the county.

Strong Wind, Ritchie

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Ritchie forecast zone
Measured: 30 kt (35 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 39.178, -81.063 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Power lines and trees were blown down across multiple areas in the county.

Strong Wind, Tyler

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Tyler forecast zone
Measured: 40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 39.465, -80.885 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Wayne

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Wayne forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.146, -82.427 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Sizeable power outages were observed due to wind damage between Ceredo and west Huntington.

Strong Wind, Wirt

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Wirt forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $3,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 39.022, -81.379 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A tree fell down onto a power line at the intersection of Staunton Turnpike and Freeport Lane.

Strong Wind, Wood

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Wood forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 39.211, -81.515 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Southeast Pocahontas

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Southeast Pocahontas forecast zone
Measured: 40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.332, -80.008 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Mason

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Mason forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.770, -82.026 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Jackson

When: January 12, 4:00 PM EST to January 13, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Jackson forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.835, -81.675 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Braxton

When: January 12, 6:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Braxton forecast zone
Measured: 47 kt (54 mph) measured gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.700, -80.719 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Power outages were observed in the Burnsville area, as well as several other spots in the county, as the result of downed trees and power lines.

Strong Wind, Northwest Fayette

When: January 12, 10:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Northwest Fayette forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.029, -81.081 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Southeast Fayette

When: January 12, 10:00 PM EST to January 14, 10:00 AM EST
Where: Southeast Fayette forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.029, -81.081 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Southeast Nicholas

When: January 12, 10:00 PM EST to January 14, 10:00 AM EST
Where: Southeast Nicholas forecast zone
Measured: 32 kt (37 mph) measured gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.292, -80.799 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Numerous power outages due to tree damage in southern Nicholas County between Mount Nebo and Nallen.

Strong Wind, Northwest Nicholas

When: January 12, 10:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Northwest Nicholas forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Utility Company
Coordinates: 38.292, -80.799 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Northwest Pocahontas

When: January 12, 10:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Northwest Pocahontas forecast zone
Measured: 45 kt (52 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: Mesonet
Coordinates: 38.332, -80.008 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Southeast Raleigh

When: January 12, 10:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Southeast Raleigh forecast zone
Measured: 40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 37.771, -81.249 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Northwest Randolph

When: January 12, 10:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Northwest Randolph forecast zone
Measured: 40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.775, -79.876 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Southeast Randolph

When: January 12, 10:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Southeast Randolph forecast zone
Measured: 40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.775, -79.876 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Northwest Webster

When: January 12, 10:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Northwest Webster forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.495, -80.422 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Southeast Webster

When: January 12, 10:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Southeast Webster forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.495, -80.422 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Strong Wind, Upshur

When: January 12, 10:00 PM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Upshur forecast zone
Measured: 45 kt (52 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.898, -80.233 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Additional power line and tree damage was observed into the day of January 13th due to lingering strong winds.

Strong Wind, Doddridge

When: January 13, 7:00 AM EST to January 14, 6:16 AM EST
Where: Doddridge forecast zone
Measured: 38 kt (44 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 39.269, -80.707 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A tree was blown down onto Skeleton Run Road near the Harrison/Doddridge County lines, blocking both lanes of traffic.

Strong Wind, Gilmer

When: January 13, 7:00 AM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Gilmer forecast zone
Measured: 35 kt (40 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $500
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.924, -80.857 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

A large tree was blown down onto Leading Creek road and disrupting traffic for a period of time.

Strong Wind, Lewis

When: January 13, 7:00 AM EST to January 14, 8:00 AM EST
Where: Lewis forecast zone
Measured: 40 kt (46 mph) estimated gust
Property damage: $5,000
Reported by: 911 Call Center
Coordinates: 38.996, -80.502 (the zone’s center; the record gives no point)

Trees and power lines were blown down onto Simpson Run Road near Weston. Hundreds of homes in the county were without power for a time due to other power line and tree damage.

What these are

High Wind: Sustained non-thunderstorm winds of 40 mph or more for an hour, or gusts of 58 mph or more.
Strong Wind: Non-thunderstorm winds below high wind criteria that nonetheless caused damage or casualties.

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NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information, Storm Events Database, compiled from the National Weather Service’s monthly Storm Data. Complete through 2026-06; NCEI adds each month about 75 days after it ends and revises past years a few times a year. Rebuilt 2026-10-01. Each event’s entry at NCEI: 1152778, 1152961, 1155946, 1155964, 1155966, 1155969, 1155971, 1155985, 1155987, 1155993, 1155997, 1156012, 1156015, 1156024, 1156028, 1152956, 1152964, 1152971, 1152947, 1152977, 1152983, 1156002, 1152780, 1152938, 1152937, 1152952, 1155989, 1155990, 1155991, 1155998, 1156008, 1156010, 1156011, 1156014, 1156017, 1156025, 1152810, 1152965, 1152972, 1152978, and more.