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Flash Flood — Milam, TX

Oct 26, 2009

Numerous thunderstorms developed as a strong upper level disturbance moved through North Texas. Some of the thunderstorms were severe with the initial development of activity with large hail up to an inch in diameter. The event quickly transitioned into a heavy rain and flooding event as the storms developed into a slow-moving line of convection. The heavy rain fell on nearly saturated grounds and caused numerous flooding problems across North Texas.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 198527). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Milam, TX

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

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