Nov 6, 2017
A series of shortwaves and an approaching cold front produced rounds of showers and thunderstorms on the 5th and early on the 6th. A break in the precipitation in the afternoon allowed for sufficient heating and modest instability to support some strong to severe storms in the evening. In addition, dry air in the mid-levels enhanced the downburst potential. There were several reports of downed trees and power lines across eastern Ohio and western Pennsylvania. A tornado was also confirmed near C
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 729017). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Beaver County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.