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Flood — Bristol (c), VA

Feb 1, 2025

A strong upper trough over the central plains produced two days of rain over southwest Virginia as it approached and crossed the area between the end of January and first day of February. Minor flooding along the Clinch river occurred as a result, with rises beginning on January 31st but crossing into flood categories on February 1st.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1238697). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

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