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Flash Flood — Lexington, SC

Jun 21, 2023

An upper level low was located over northern GA with shortwave energy rotating through the base of the trough. Moderate instability and a moist air mass was present with precipitable water values around 1.8 inches. Scattered storms continued into the overnight hours and trained over areas that had already received heavy rains.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1097403). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Lexington, SC

This event is one of many recorded floods in Lexington County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.

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