A strong low pressure system passed north of the area on March 3rd in accompaniment with a surface cold front. Strong winds above the surface were able to mix down throughout the day outside of showers and thunderstorms, especially by the afternoon and evening timeframe. The Charleston airport measured a 60 mph wind gust around the peak of the afternoon and several other local airports reported strong to high winds. Winds began to diminish from west to east late on March 3rd, but prolonged gusts of 58 mph were observed along the West Virginia mountains into the morning hours of the 4th.
Downed trees and power lines were observed across West Virginia due to these strong winds. While most fell onto the nearby roadways, one tree in Wayne County fell onto a house in the town of Belpre. There was also an instance where a brush fire occurred in southeast Raleigh County as a result of downed power lines.

High Wind in JACKSON, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 22:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Utility Company

In Ripley, widespread power outages occurred due to downed trees and power lines.

Strong Wind in BARBOUR, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 14:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 49.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Trees and power lines were downed all throughout the county.

Strong Wind in BOONE, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 14:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 06:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 49.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Numerous areas within the county observed a singular downed trees with a few power lines blown down as well.

High Wind in LINCOLN, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 23:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Over a dozen trees were downed across the county.

High Wind in MASON, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 21:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Power poles were snapped in the vicinity of State Route 2 and Jerrys Run Road.

High Wind in MINGO, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 23:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Utility Company

Numerous power outages were observed in the county due to downed trees and power lines.

High Wind in NORTHWEST POCAHONTAS, WEST VIRGINIA
From 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 10:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

High Wind in KANAWHA, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 21:30:00 to 04-MAR-23 00:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: ASOS

Multiple trees and power lines were downed near Charleston. The Charleston airport measured a 60 mph peak wind gust that afternoon.

High Wind in PUTNAM, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 23:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Utility Company

Numerous power outages were observed within the county due to downed trees and power lines.

Strong Wind in SOUTHEAST RALEIGH, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 22:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 43.00 MG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Downed trees and power lines in the county resulted in widespread power outages. Near the town of Bradley, a power line was blown down onto trees and caused a fire in the woods near Beechview Road. The Beckley airport measured a 49 mph wind gust that afternoon.

Strong Wind in RITCHIE, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 23:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 40.00 MG
Property damage: 1.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Power lines were blown down near Pennsboro and Ellenboro.

Strong Wind in ROANE, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 17:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 49.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Utility Company

Numerous power outages occurred around the town of Spencer due to downed trees and power lines.

Strong Wind in TAYLOR, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 23:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 49.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Utility Company

Power outages were observed across the western half of the county due to downed trees and power lines.

Strong Wind in TYLER, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 23:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 49.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Utility Company

Several power outages due to tree and power line damage were observed near Middlebourne.

Strong Wind in UPSHUR, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 17:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 09:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 49.00 MG
Property damage: 8.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Trees and power lines were blown down around Rock Cave and Buckhannon, resulting in widespread power outages in the county. The Buckhannon Airport measured a 56 mph wind gust just before midnight on the 3rd.

High Wind in WAYNE, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 15:37:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

A tree fell and hit a house across the street from the fire station near Belpre. No injuries were reported.

Strong Wind in NORTHWEST WEBSTER, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 16:00:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 45.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Multiple trees and power lines were blown down across the county, leading to widespread power outages.

High Wind in WOOD, WEST VIRGINIA
From 03-MAR-23 19:08:00 to 04-MAR-23 03:00:00 (EST-5)
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

South of North Hills, an office building observed exterior damage at Avery and 6th Street, next to the railroad trestle.