On June 29, 2023, a strong thunderstorm developed into a derecho. The storm traveled 600 miles across the Midwest with reported wind gusts of 100 MPH. What led to its formation, and why is this type of storm rarely seen?

Potentially Useful Information:

National Weather Service page on Derecho

Ring of Fire Pattern Setup

Diagram of High-Pressure Ridge

Diagram of Bow Echo Signature Progression

Bow Echo Radar Signature from June 29, 2023

Thunderstorm Diagram (updraft vs downdraft)

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