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Flash Flood — Butler, KS

May 26, 2008

Another severe weather episode moved across the forecast area producing widespread flooding and hail across most of the counties served. A few high wind events were also noted. Several high water rescues were noted during this time frame as people would drive into water covered roads and their vehicle would become inundated with water before finally retiring. This caused for some consternation with local law and fire officials as they had to rescue the individuals from on top of their vehicle

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 106067). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

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