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Flood — Monroe, FL

Dec 29, 2024

Flood Cause
Heavy Rain

A mesoscale low pressure system developed and moved slowly east near and over the middle Florida Keys, accompanied by widespread and persistent showers and thunderstorms. Rainfall totals of 3 to 5 inches were measured by residential weather stations between Marathon and Windley Key.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1229926). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Monroe, FL

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

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