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Flash Flood — Burnett, WI

Aug 26, 2024

Storms developed across Minnesota during the afternoon hours of the 26th across Minnesota and moved into northwest Wisconsin during the evening hours. These storms were mainly wind producing storms with numerous reports of downed trees and power lines across the region. Minor flash flooding was also observed in Siren.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1199820). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Burnett, WI

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

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