A shortwave trough axis lifted quickly across the Great Lakes and the Upper Ohio Valley on November 15th, taking on a negative tilt as it did so. Deepening surface low pressure tracked across Michigan and into Ontario during the day, whipping a cold front across the region during the late morning and early afternoon. Some of the classic ingredients for a widespread wind event were present, including a negatively- tilted trough, jet positioning over the region, and a favorable Great Lakes surface low track. Strong post-frontal 3 hour pressure rises of 5-7 mb were observed, and a low-topped mostly lightning-free convective line accompanied the boundary. Widespread wind gusts of at least 45-55 MPH were observed, with several higher measured gusts seen.  Along the convective line, gusts of 55-65 MPH likely occurred. This resulted in widespread reports of wind damage to trees and power lines, with a few instances of mostly minor structural damage. Unfortunately, two deaths occurred on Clendening Lake when two persons were boating at the time the convective line arrived.

Thunderstorm Wind in HARRISON, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:50:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLENDENING
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

More info: https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/2020/11/17/bodies-missing-michigan-hunters-found-clendening-lake-ohio/6322047002/
Two men, aged 43 and 60 and residents of south central Michigan, died when an overloaded watercraft, convective wind, and not being prepared for the environmental conditions all played a role in capsizing their boat. Most likely, based on available information, they were very low in the water and became swamped by high wave action. This resulted in them going into the water, and with no personal flotation devices, they succumbed to hyperthermia and drowned.

Thunderstorm Wind in COSHOCTON, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 12:55:00 to 15-NOV-20 12:55:00 (EST-5)
Location: WALHONDING
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Power lines were ripped off of a house.  The time of occurrence was estimated from radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in COSHOCTON, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 12:58:00 to 15-NOV-20 12:58:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEW GUILFORD
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Trees were reported to be blown down near the intersection of State Routes 206 and 541.  Time of occurrence was estimated from radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in MUSKINGUM, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:00:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ZANESVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Numerous trees were reported to be blown down across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in MUSKINGUM, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:00:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: NORTH ZANESVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Trees were blown down and roof shingles were blown off of a house on County Route 146.

Thunderstorm Wind in MUSKINGUM, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:00:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: IRVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

At Dillon State Park, numerous trees limbs were reported to be blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in MUSKINGUM, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:02:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: ZANESVILLE PARR ARPT
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A very large tree was downed on Holbein Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind in GUERNSEY, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:25:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: CAMBRIDGE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Widespread tree and power line damage was reported across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in TUSCARAWAS, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:28:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:28:00 (EST-5)
Location: DOVER
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A report of bent power poles and minor damage to a home was received.

Thunderstorm Wind in NOBLE, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:32:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: HIRAMSBURG
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Trees were reported to be blown down on Gorby Run Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in TUSCARAWAS, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:33:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEW PHILADELPHIA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A local restaurant had an HVAC unit blown off of its roof on Mill Avenue in New Philadelphia.  The gas and electric lines were broken, leading to a fire.

Thunderstorm Wind in NOBLE, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:35:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: CALDWELL AIRPARK ARP
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Power lines were blown down in Wolf Run State Park.

Thunderstorm Wind in CARROLL, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:47:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:47:00 (EST-5)
Location: CARROLLTON
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Widespread tree and power line damage was reported throughout the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in TUSCARAWAS, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:28:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:28:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHANESVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Estimated wind gusts of around 55 MPH were reported.

Thunderstorm Wind in NOBLE, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:47:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:47:00 (EST-5)
Location: MT EPHRAIM
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Trees were reported to be blown down on State Route 147.

Thunderstorm Wind in BELMONT, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:56:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:56:00 (EST-5)
Location: BARNESVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Tree and power line damage was observed in Barnesville.

Thunderstorm Wind in COLUMBIANA, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 14:00:00 to 15-NOV-20 14:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: WINONA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 20.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A barn structure collapsed in Butler Township, trapping animals inside.

Thunderstorm Wind in COLUMBIANA, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 14:00:00 to 15-NOV-20 14:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SALEM
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Power poles were reported to be blown down.

Thunderstorm Wind in BELMONT, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 14:05:00 to 15-NOV-20 14:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: ST CLAIRSVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous trees and power lines were reported to be blown down across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in MONROE, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 14:10:00 to 15-NOV-20 14:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: BEALLSVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Wind was reported to move heavy concrete and blow around a trampoline.

Thunderstorm Wind in BELMONT, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 14:11:00 to 15-NOV-20 14:11:00 (EST-5)
Location: ST CLAIRSVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Trees and power lines were blown down in St. Clairsville.

Thunderstorm Wind in BELMONT, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 14:14:00 to 15-NOV-20 14:14:00 (EST-5)
Location: BARTON
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Multiple trees were reported to be blown down in the area of Mercer Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in TUSCARAWAS, OHIO
From 15-NOV-20 13:25:00 to 15-NOV-20 13:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHANESVILLE
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet