Aug 11, 2003
Slow moving thunderstorms with torrential rainfall caused flash flooding in Cummington, Worthington, and Chesterfield, leaving more than a half dozen roads impassable. High waters on the East Branch of the Westfield River trapped two hikers for several hours, before the waters receded and allowed them to cross a narrow portion of the river. There were no injuries. In Cummington, Stage Street and a portion of Route 9 suffered significant damage from the floods. Damage was also severe in Worth
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5374752). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Hampshire County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.