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Flash Flood — Geneva, AL

May 18, 2024

During the early morning hours of May 17th, a long lived derecho that impacted the north central Gulf coast clipped portions of Gulf and Franklin counties with significant wind gusts in excess of hurricane force measured, along with impacts to trees and power lines and minor structural damage. Later in the day and on May 18th, additional rounds of severe storms impacted the tri-state area with damage to trees and power lines.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1185738). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Geneva, AL

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