Gully-squall
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-006125
A sudden, strong downdraft of wind that is channeled through a narrow valley, ravine, or gully, causing a localized and intense squall. These winds are produced when cool, dense air from a thunderstorm's outflow or a katabatic flow accelerates as it is funneled by the surrounding terrain. The constriction of the landform concentrates the airflow, leading to a rapid and sometimes hazardous increase in wind speed at the gully's exit.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-006125 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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"definition": "A sudden, strong downdraft of wind that is channeled through a narrow valley, ravine, or gully, causing a localized and intense squall. These winds are produced when cool, dense air from a thunderstorm's outflow or a katabatic flow accelerates as it is funneled by the surrounding terrain. The constriction of the landform concentrates the airflow, leading to a rapid and sometimes hazardous increase in wind speed at the gully's exit.",
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