MRMS 50 dbZ Echo Height Above -20C Product Aids in Dropping Warning

A strong to severe thunderstorm across northern Graham County, which previously warranted a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for quarter sized or larger hail, was replaced with a Significant Weather Advisory. This was due to a spotter report of dime sized hail as well as evaluation of the MRMS 50 dbZ Echo Height Above the -20C Product. The product showed a rapid decrease from near 20,000 feet to 6,500 feet before the warning expired. Subsequent product updates decreased this to 0 feet following advisory issuance.

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MRMS 50 dbZ Echo Height Above the -20C product showing a rapid decline in the core of the storm just before warning expiration and advisory issuance.

Kurtz/Guseman

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