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Flood — Marion, TN

Mar 16, 2025

A strong upper trough and low pressure system helped generate a powerful low level jet of winds that led to both high wind reports and wind damage. However, potential energy in the atmosphere was lacking, with severe storms only generating a handful of damage reports and funnel clouds.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1245515). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Marion, TN

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

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