Aug 12, 2009
A nearly stationary line of thunderstorms developed just inland of the coast along the sea breeze during the afternoon of August 12, 2009. Torrential rain occurred for several hours centered near Havelock. Rainfall amounts of 6 to 10 inches were reported in a three to four hour period leading to significant flooding in the Havelock area.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 192783). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Craven County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.