Storm Record · Jefferson County
May 29, 2017: Straight-line wind in Jefferson County
58
Strongest gust
1
NWS reports
What the National Weather Service recorded
A large low pressure area was the catalyst for the development of a few thunderstorms across southern WI. Downburst winds from one thunderstorm downed a large tree that landed on a school.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database · episode 115184
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Where It Hit
| Location | County | Hazard | Size | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sullivan (.58 WSW) | Jefferson | Wind | 58 mph wind | A large tree partially landed on Sullivan Elementary School, thereby puncturing the roof. Some rain water leaked into the school. School was cancelled for the next day. |