Destructive rear flank downdraft - Greenville, Texas
Destructive rear flank downdraft - Greenville, Texas

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Caption   The rear flank downdraft (RFD) of a powerful high-precipitation (HP) supercell storm moves through Greenville, Texas, on the afternoon of June 19, 2019. This RFD brought 85 mph winds to the city, causing extensive damage. The Highland Terrace Baptist Church, which lost part of its roof, is located approximately 2 miles away in the rough direction of the trees in the lower-right portion of this photo.
Photo Id   w2788-969f-d4a4a
Date and Time   June 19, 2019   5:33 PM
Location   Greenville, Texas
latitude 33° 6' 51.7" N       longitude 96° 9' 1.0" W
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