Feb 1, 2025
A deep low pressure system moved from the Four-Corners region east across the states bordering the Gulf of America. This resulted in deep moisture flow riding a southwesterly 50-knot low level jet from the Gulf through the central Appalachians and the upper Ohio River Valley beginning on January 31st, with precipitable water values rapidly increasing into the 1.1 to 1.2 inch range by sunrise across most of the lower Mid-Atlantic. These values were roughly 2 standard deviations above normal for e
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1232430). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Tazewell County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.