plow wind

{
  "id": "MLC-T-MET-002050",
  "term": "plow wind",
  "field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
  "definition": "A term used in the midwestern United States to describe strong, straight-line winds associated with the downdrafts spreading out in advance of squall lines and thunderstorms. Resulting damage is usually confined to narrow zones like that caused by tornadoes; however, the winds are all in one direction (straight-line winds).",
  "synonyms": [
    "plough wind"
  ],
  "see_also": [
    "Derecho",
    "Downburst"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NWS Glossary"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/plow-wind/"
}