A downburst is a powerful downward air current that, upon hitting the ground, spreads out violently in all directions. It can cause strong wind gusts similar to those of a tornado, but with a ...

A strong downburst of winds from the severe thunderstorm ... expect raw and nasty conditions: rain and the temperature diving into the 40s overnight, according to the forecast.

The storm that ripped through Centre County on Sunday included a downburst that had estimated peak winds of 100 mph in Bellefonte, the National Weather Service said in a public information ...