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Flash Flood — Giles, TN

May 2, 2025

Scattered thunderstorms developed across Middle Tennessee during the afternoon of May 2, 2025. With abundant instability and moisture and with the help of a front moving through the area, all the ingredients were present to allow for these thunderstorms to become severe. Several reports of large hail were received, especially near the Nashville metro area. The most significant damage was reported near Monterey were very strong winds caused tree and house damage.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1241039). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Giles, TN

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

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