Aug 21, 2014
A line of thunderstorms developed across south central Imperial county during the early afternoon hours on August 21st and they affected communities such as Imperial and El Centro. The stronger storms produced damaging microburst winds estimated to be in excess of 60 mph. The peak thunderstorm wind gusts were sufficient to blow down numerous power poles as well as overturn semi-trailer trucks on area highways such as Interstate 8. In addition to the strong winds, some storms produced large hail
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 532006). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Imperial County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.