The record
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| event_type | Dust Storm |
|---|---|
| ncei_event_id | 982,017 |
| episode_id | 162,618 |
| begin_utc | 2021-08-31T02:30:00+00:00 |
| end_utc | 2021-08-31T03:30:00+00:00 |
| state | CALIFORNIA |
| cz_type | Z |
| cz_name | COACHELLA VALLEY |
| deaths_direct | 0 |
| deaths_indirect | 0 |
| injuries_direct | 0 |
| injuries_indirect | 0 |
| damage_property | 0.00K |
| damage_crops | 0.00K |
| wfo_source | ASOS |
| episode_narrative | An influx of monsoonal moisture impacted portions of the southwestern U.S. from August 29th through 31st. This brought multiple thunderstorms from the deserts of Southern California all the way to the coast, where areas saw gusty winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning. On August 30 and 31, severe thunderstorms impacted the Salton Sea and produce heavy rainfall. On August 31 a significant dust storm moved through the Coachella Valley and into the Borrego Deserts. On both days trees were reported downed in the lower Coachella Valley. |
| event_narrative | Thunderstorm outflow winds created blowing dust and sand across the southern Coachella Valley with wind gusts peaking at 50 MPH at the Thermal ASOS and visibility as low as three quarters of a mile. The Mesonet station UP633 in Mecca reported a wind gust of 34 MPH as well. |
| year | 2,021 |
Provenance
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Storage: spine