Jul 11, 2005
Rainfall from Hurricane Dennis was heavy, but not quite as excessive as originally thought. Storm total rainfall for the period from Saturday, July 9 through Sunday, July 10 averaged 3 to 6 inches for areas west of Interstate 65. Areas east of Interstate 65 received 1 to 3 inches. Localized higher amounts were observed. This rainfall amount produced some river flooding across central Alabama and was generally minor in nature. Minor flooding occurred on the Lower Tombigbee River at Demopolis, the
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5466608). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Hale County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.