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Flash Flood — Chambers, AL

Sep 16, 2004

Numerous trees and power lines were blown down across the county. Maximum wind gusts were estimated around 60 miles an hour within one of Ivan's outer rainbands. At least 8000 customers were without power during the storm. J.P. Powell Middle School had part of its roof blown off.Doppler radar and ground observations indicate 3 to 5 inches of rain fell in association with Ivan. A few roadways became temporarily impassable due to high water.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5423558). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Chambers, AL

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