UNR: Not all updrafts are created equal

Finally another updraft that exceeded the 11 m/s “threshold” that we found earlier, however, the MESH has only indicated hail sizes around 0.5 inch.  This particular updraft peaked at 17 m/s near Oglala, SD at 0005z. Earlier a severe thunderstorm warning was issued based on the 11 m/s updraft, but so far, no reports.

UNR updrafts (upper right) and MESH (lower right) at 0005Z

Update: The next updraft falls within the “normal” range for a strong storm, and MESH agrees.  A 15 m/s updraft on the tail end charlie and a MESH value of 1.02 inches. Waiting to see if there is a report…

UNR updraft composite (upper right) and MESH (lower right) at 0030z
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