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Flash Flood — Roanoke, VA

Aug 8, 2024

The remnants of Hurricane Debbie moved north toward the area on August 8th, 2024. A strong southeast flow of wind on the system's northern extent, along with wet soils due to heavy rainfall, helped to cause downed trees and power lines over portions of Virginia. Winds gusted to at least 40 to 45 mph over parts of the region. The strong winds continued into the morning hours of August 9th, 2024. The highest totals were observed in a swath stretching from Patrick and Franklin Counties through sou

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1214474). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

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