The swirling gales made it look like a tornado to many around town and across the county but meteorologists have dismissed this, saying it was actually 'straight line winds'.
Nevertheless, the freakish weather caused plenty of issues for residents and drivers - here is a selection of pictures submitted to the Chronicle & Echo.
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Hayley Cooper said: "Our tree came down and nearly killed our neighbour trying to support the fence, thankfully the gazebo and table took the brunt and the neighbour came off with scrapes but it could have been much worse! It was crazy!"
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Trees brought down in Abington Park. Photo: Christopher Griffiths
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More damage at the Racecourse. Photo: Daniel Williams
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A downed tree blocking the path at the Racecourse. Photo: Chris Flavin-Sweeney