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Coverage of microburst in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 23 · 18:01 UTCMost recent: Jun 23 · 18:01 UTC
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National Weather Serviceorganization1Fairfax Countyplace1Burkeplace1Virginiaplace1Kevin Wittperson1Waldorfplace1southern Marylandplace1
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  • SCIENCEJun 23 · 18:01 UTCWTOP DC
    Fairfax County storm damage caused by microburst wind event, NWS finds

    The National Weather Service confirmed a microburst with winds up to 90 mph caused significant damage in Burke, Virginia, including toppled trees and downed utility poles. The event initially raised concerns of a tornado, but no evidence of rotation was found. Damage was described as severe, with no injuries reported.