This is dash cam of rear flank downdraft of a tornado-warned storm. I encountered this as I was southbound on 287 crossing a river bridge entering Vernon,TX on 05/12/2009. If you look to the far left later in the video you can see an 18 wheeler that is doing his best to stay upright and on the road. I estimated the wind gusts to be 60 to 70 mph and I'm sure he was having just a little bit of trouble with that high-profile vehicle.
Holy cow, Ric, that's intense ... 5/5 stars! Adding to StormChase playlist. Thanks!
stormspinner1 2 years ago