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Flood — Racine, WI

May 21, 2004

The Root River Canal at Raymond rose above its flood stage of 9 feet on May 21st at 1950 CST. The river crested at 11.26 feet on May 23rd at 1400 CST, 2.26 feet above flood stage. At this crested level, moderate flooding occurred. Damage to lowland crops and home basements was noted along the Root River Canal. The river fell below flood stage on May 25th at 1452 CST.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5404115). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

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