Apr 13, 2022
Another round of storms with heavy rainfall moved into the region ahead of a cold front from the early morning through the early afternoon hours. The most notable flooding occurred at Roaring River State Park, where over three inches of rain caused the Roaring River to rise over 6 feet within a two-hour period. Evacuations were conducted with over 30 people moved from the campground near the river. Other reports of flooding were received along and south of interstate 44 where numerous low water
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1019064). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Phelps County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.