A broken line of showers developed along a strong cold front in western Ohio the morning of April 1st and advanced through eastern Ohio/western Pennsylvania. Widespread damage was recorded across the region. Gusts up 75mph were also reported in some areas. Despite little lightning in the line convection, the environment was favorable for strong wind gusts with CAPE values ranging between 100 to 400J/kg and a 50 to 65kt low-level jet.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:33:00 to 01-APR-23 12:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLIFTON
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

Trees were uprooted at South Hills Village Mall..  Small hail was noted.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:33:00 to 01-APR-23 12:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: IMPERIAL
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A CoCoRaHS observer reported a tree uprooted.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:35:00 to 01-APR-23 12:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: MARS
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast Media reported roof damage to businesses between Duncan Alley and Grand Ave. Video footage was recorded.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:35:00 to 01-APR-23 12:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: ZELIENOPLE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

Pine trees were reported down.

Thunderstorm Wind in MERCER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:39:00 to 01-APR-23 12:39:00 (EST-5)
Location: GREENFIELD
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: 911 Call Center

A tree was caught in wires and started smoking on Yankee Ridge Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:39:00 to 01-APR-23 12:39:00 (EST-5)
Location: CRIDERS CORNERS
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

A tree was blown down on Brandywine Drive in Cranberry Township. Picture was provided.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:41:00 to 01-APR-23 12:41:00 (EST-5)
Location: HIGHFIELD
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

A tree was down on Meridian Road, picture provided.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:47:00 to 01-APR-23 12:47:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHALECREST
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

A tree was blown down on Mt. Royal Blvd.

Thunderstorm Wind in WESTMORELAND, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:47:00 to 01-APR-23 12:47:00 (EST-5)
Location: HAHNTOWN
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

A large tree branch and small tress were snapped.

Thunderstorm Wind in WESTMORELAND, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:45:00 to 01-APR-23 12:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEWTONSBURG
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

A tree was down on Cherry Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:40:00 to 01-APR-23 12:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: CONNOGUENESSING
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

A tree was blown down in this vicinity.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:41:00 to 01-APR-23 12:41:00 (EST-5)
Location: OGLE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

About 8 pine trees were down near Haine Elementary School, picture provided.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:45:00 to 01-APR-23 12:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: HOMEACRE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported numerous trees down on Bonniebook Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:45:00 to 01-APR-23 12:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: FERNWAY
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

Siding was blown down from a home partially. A tree was also reported down.

Thunderstorm Wind in ARMSTRONG, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:45:00 to 01-APR-23 12:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: DOCK HOLLOW
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: NWS Employee

A NWS employee reported 4 trees down.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:42:00 to 01-APR-23 12:42:00 (EST-5)
Location: MONTROSE HILL
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

A tree was reported down on Hulton Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in INDIANA, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:11:00 to 01-APR-23 13:11:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRYAN HILL MANOR
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

Trees were down near Indiana County Country Club on Wren Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:40:00 to 01-APR-23 12:40:00 (EST-5)
Location: BELLEVUE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Public

A tree fell on property on Danbury Street. Time estimated from radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in BUTLER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:41:00 to 01-APR-23 12:41:00 (EST-5)
Location: BUTLER GRAHAM ARPT
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Siding was removed from a portion of a home. Time based on the radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:25:00 to 01-APR-23 12:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLINTON
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Reported by: ASOS

Measured wind gust from the Pittsburgh Airport ASOS.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:37:00 to 01-APR-23 12:37:00 (EST-5)
Location: (AGC)ALLEGHENY CO AR
Magnitude: 60.00 MG
Reported by: ASOS

ASOS at Allegheny County Airport measured 60kt gust.

Thunderstorm Wind in MERCER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:37:00 to 01-APR-23 12:37:00 (EST-5)
Location: CENTERTOWN
Magnitude: 66.00 MG
Property damage: 5.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A 76mph wind gust was measured on a Davis anemometer in Mercer County. Shingles were blown off a roof.

Thunderstorm Wind in VENANGO, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:57:00 to 01-APR-23 12:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: OIL CITY
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Reported by: County Official

A power pole as damaged on Maple Ave and Ridge Ave. Picture via county police.

Thunderstorm Wind in INDIANA, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:13:00 to 01-APR-23 13:13:00 (EST-5)
Location: CLYMER
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

Tree down on Route 286 and Sample Run. Picture provided. Time based on radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in INDIANA, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:11:00 to 01-APR-23 13:11:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHEVY CHASE HGTS
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

A big tree was down on Grandview Ave and 6th Street. Power line also leaning in picture. Time based off the radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in INDIANA, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:15:00 to 01-APR-23 13:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: INDIANA CO ARPT
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

Tree on power lines along Route 286 near the prison.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLARION, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:00:00 to 01-APR-23 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: HUEY
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 5.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Shannon Tipple Road closed with power lines down and tree down.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLARION, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:00:00 to 01-APR-23 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEW BETHLEHEM
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 5.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Trees and utility lines down across several roads, including picture of trees and wires down at Redbank Valley High School.

Thunderstorm Wind in ARMSTRONG, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:01:00 to 01-APR-23 13:01:00 (EST-5)
Location: OAK RIDGE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Crop damage: 5.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Multiple trees down on Oak Ridge Hill.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLARION, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:05:00 to 01-APR-23 13:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: HAWTHORN
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Crop damage: 5.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Tree blocking Truittsburg Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:11:00 to 01-APR-23 13:11:00 (EST-5)
Location: PUNXSUTAWNEY
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Reported by: State Official

Multiple trees down on railroad tracks near 25 Lewis Street.

Thunderstorm Wind in INDIANA, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:05:00 to 01-APR-23 13:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHEVY CHASE HGTS
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A church on South 9th Street lost some of its roof and nearby telephone pole was snapped.

Thunderstorm Wind in ARMSTRONG, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:45:00 to 01-APR-23 12:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHRISTY MANOR
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Siding was blown off a house and some large branches on Lakeview Road were down.

Thunderstorm Wind in VENANGO, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:49:00 to 01-APR-23 12:49:00 (EST-5)
Location: SENECA
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A big pine tree wad down on Login Cabin Restaurant along Bredinsburg Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:15:00 to 01-APR-23 13:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: BIG RUN
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Crop damage: 2.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Large tree branch, about 6 inches in diameter, down.

Thunderstorm Wind in VENANGO, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:49:00 to 01-APR-23 12:49:00 (EST-5)
Location: EMLENTON STATION
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 5.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Fire department reported trees and power lines down near 1400 block of Big Bend Road in Scrubgrass Township.

Thunderstorm Wind in FAYETTE, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:08:00 to 01-APR-23 13:08:00 (EST-5)
Location: LEITH
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Roof blown of Old Hopwood Gym.

Thunderstorm Wind in FAYETTE, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:45:00 to 01-APR-23 13:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: MT BRADDOCK
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Telephone poles snapped and wires down on University Drive.

Thunderstorm Wind in FAYETTE, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:33:00 to 01-APR-23 13:33:00 (EST-5)
Location: LEITH
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A telephone pole snapped on John Street.

Thunderstorm Wind in FOREST, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:30:00 to 01-APR-23 13:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: WEST HICKORY
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Trees and lines down in Harmony Township.

Thunderstorm Wind in GREENE, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:50:00 to 01-APR-23 12:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: MORRISVILLE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Many reports of trees and power lines down across the county. Areas hit include: Aleppo, Jefferson, and Franklin Township.

Thunderstorm Wind in WESTMORELAND, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 14:25:00 to 01-APR-23 14:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: SEWARD
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Branches from a tree fell and injured a woman.

Thunderstorm Wind in INDIANA, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 14:15:00 to 01-APR-23 14:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRYAN HILL MANOR
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Crop damage: 5.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Three snapped trees and 1 uprooted tree on Wren Street.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:00:00 to 01-APR-23 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: CHESWICK
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A 60 foot tall tree partially uprooted on a power line on Meadow Avenue.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 20:21:00 to 01-APR-23 20:21:00 (EST-5)
Location: WARRENDALE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Trees reported down.

Thunderstorm Wind in FOREST, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:20:00 to 01-APR-23 13:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: MARIENVILLE
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Reported by: Public

Trees down on several roads around Marienvile, PA.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:32:00 to 01-APR-23 13:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: MC MURRAY
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Crop damage: 2.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Trees down and uprooted along Scott Lane.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:31:00 to 01-APR-23 13:31:00 (EST-5)
Location: LAWRENCE HILLS
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Crop damage: 2.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Trees down on Moccasin Drive, Thompsonville, and Old Washington Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in INDIANA, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:07:00 to 01-APR-23 13:07:00 (EST-5)
Location: SMICKSBURG
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Crop damage: 10.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Numerous tress down around the city.

Thunderstorm Wind in WESTMORELAND, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:14:00 to 01-APR-23 13:14:00 (EST-5)
Location: CALUMET
Magnitude: 56.00 MG
Reported by: Unknown

Measured wind gust.

Thunderstorm Wind in WESTMORELAND, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:09:00 to 01-APR-23 13:09:00 (EST-5)
Location: (LBE)LATROBE ARPT
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Reported by: ASOS

A 58mph wind gust was measured at Latrobe Airport at 2:09pm.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:15:00 to 01-APR-23 13:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: COKEBURG
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 15.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Structural damage to house, carport, and shed.

Thunderstorm Wind in ARMSTRONG, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:47:00 to 01-APR-23 12:47:00 (EST-5)
Location: APPLEWOLD
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Multiple reports of trees and wires down across the county.

Thunderstorm Wind in INDIANA, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:11:00 to 01-APR-23 13:11:00 (EST-5)
Location: JACKSONVILLE
Magnitude: 48.00 EG
Crop damage: 2.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Tree down Coal Run Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in WESTMORELAND, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 14:00:00 to 01-APR-23 14:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: GREENSBURG
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 50.00K
Reported by: County Official

Over 15,000 West Penn Customers without power. At least 27 municipalities in the county reported weather-related incidents.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:50:00 to 01-APR-23 12:50:00 (EST-5)
Location: OPTION
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 85.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Home collapsed at 187 South 16th Street. No injuries. Home was under renovation. Part of the roof collapsed on parked cars.

Thunderstorm Wind in BEAVER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:32:00 to 01-APR-23 12:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: LOVI
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Crop damage: 10.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported numerous trees uprooted.

Thunderstorm Wind in CLARION, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:43:00 to 01-APR-23 12:43:00 (EST-5)
Location: SCOTCH HILL
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Crop damage: 10.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Multiple trees down between Leepr and Cook Forest along Route 36.

Thunderstorm Wind in VENANGO, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:36:00 to 01-APR-23 12:36:00 (EST-5)
Location: MAPLEDALE
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

The local 911 Call Center reported partial collapse of a structure on Mercer Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:20:00 to 01-APR-23 12:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: STOOPS FERRY
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Several large branches down on Wyngate Road. Pictures provided.

Thunderstorm Wind in MERCER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:25:00 to 01-APR-23 12:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: WEST MIDDLESEX
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Trees down in West Middlesex, including near Bedford Road, causing power outages. Time of damage based off radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in MERCER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:20:00 to 01-APR-23 12:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: HERMITAGE
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Trees down in the Hermitage area. Time of damage based off the radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in MERCER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:20:00 to 01-APR-23 12:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: MAYSVILLE
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A number of trees down in West Salem Township. Time of damage based off the radar.

Thunderstorm Wind in MERCER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:22:00 to 01-APR-23 12:22:00 (EST-5)
Location: JAMESTOWN
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

Trees reported down on wires. Time of damage based off radar.

Hail in INDIANA, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 14:44:00 to 01-APR-23 14:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHELOCTA
Magnitude: 0.75 
Reported by: Public

Citizens of Shelocta, PA reported hail less than a quarter in size.

Lightning in VENANGO, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 13:00:00 to 01-APR-23 13:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: OIL CITY
Property damage: 100.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

An emergency manager reported that lightning struck an apartment building, blowing a hole in the 3rd floor. Residents were displaced, moved to a warming shelter.

Thunderstorm Wind in LAWRENCE, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:25:00 to 01-APR-23 12:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEW CASTLE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

Social media reported oak trees down and branches around the city.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:25:00 to 01-APR-23 12:25:00 (EST-5)
Location: STRABANE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

Siding was blown off a home. Trees were down in a yard.

Thunderstorm Wind in ALLEGHENY, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:28:00 to 01-APR-23 12:28:00 (EST-5)
Location: VIRSOIX
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: CoCoRaHS

A CoCoRaHS reported two trees down in their yard, pictures were provided.

Thunderstorm Wind in BEAVER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:30:00 to 01-APR-23 12:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: MONACA
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Public

A tree was blown down in Monaca, PA at the Center Township Cemetery.

Thunderstorm Wind in MERCER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:31:00 to 01-APR-23 12:31:00 (EST-5)
Location: SHARPSVILLE
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

A tree was blown down on 10th Street. Picture provided.

Thunderstorm Wind in BEAVER, PENNSYLVANIA
From 01-APR-23 12:32:00 to 01-APR-23 12:32:00 (EST-5)
Location: COLONA
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Reported by: Social Media

A tree was blown down behind Stephen Phillips Apartments.