An assessment by the National Weather Service determined that the storm that hit Garland on Tuesday, May 28, packed straight line winds of 65 to 80 mph.
The report went on to say there were several areas of the city where tree and structural damage was concentrated and even more evident. Damage to one commercial building “appeared consistent with straight line winds on the order of 90 to 95 mph,” according to the report.
The findings are consistent with filings to the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT) damage survey, which shows Garland was the city hit hardest by the storm.
To view frequently asked questions regarding the May 28 storm, visit https://www.garlandtx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/17538/Storm-Recovery-FAQs.
The National Weather Service survey team was unable to identify any definitive evidence of tornado formation in Garland.
In addition to the commercial building, the National Weather Service report cited “at least three areas where large trees were observed snapped or uprooted, consistent with straight line winds estimated in the 80 to 85 mph range.”
In addition, “A church in central Garland had a portion of its roof and end wall destroyed. This damage was consistent with winds of 85 to 90 mph.”