Jul 15, 2000
A stalled frontal boundary across northwest Connecticut interacted with a strong upper level disturbance from July 15 into July 16. The result, was a slow moving low pressure area which formed over Virginia. This low pumped a deep layer of tropical air into the region, resulting in a heavy rainstorm. Rainfall ranged from three to locally more than five inches. Specific amounts included 3.66 inches at Bakersville, and 5.20 at Bulls Bridge. The rainfall resulted in enough runoff to cause the Asp
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5165231). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Litchfield County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.