May 13, 2002
In Union County, flash flooding struck the small community of Mill Creek, forcing some residents out of their homes. An elderly woman was rescued by boat from her flooded home, and Route 127 was closed. Some residents of the Reynoldsville area of Union County were only able to boat to and from their homes. In Alexander County, flash flooding damaged about 12 homes, mainly in the Tamms and Elco areas. Twelve to 14 bridges and about 40 roads were washed out or damaged. In other counties, many seco
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5295771). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Alexander County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.