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Flash Flood — Comanche, TX

May 2, 2007

A split in the upper levels of the atmosphere steered several southern stream impulses into north Texas, producing flash flooding, strong winds, and a few tornadoes. The most impressive of these events was a derecho which moved through North Texas on May 2. It produced winds in excess of 85 MPH.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 31321). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Comanche, TX

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