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Flash Flood — Henry, AL

Sep 14, 2024

Flood Cause
Heavy Rain

Several showers and thunderstorms developed in association with the remnants of Hurricane Francine and a stalled frontal boundary. Several areas of rotation were detected, but no tornado touchdowns were reported. There was one report of a tree down in Walton county. In addition, heavy rainfall led to areas of flash flooding.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1203745). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Henry, AL

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

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