Nov 29, 2002
Frequent lightning, heavy rain, and small hail were observed at many locations as a band of thunderstorms moved north and west across Southwest California. A roof collapsed from heavy rain in El Cajon. Several vehicles attempting to cross a flooded road way in Mission Valley became stranded. Four parked vehicles were washed into Alvardo Creek. At the junction of Alvardo Creek and the San Diego River, 18 vehicles in an Auto Dealership yard were flooded. North of Fallbrook, 15 vehicles were stuck
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5322832). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in San Diego County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.