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Flood — Douglas, GA

Jul 6, 2005

Heavy rainfall, in association with the remnants of Tropical Storm Cindy, fell across much of North Central Georgia between late afternoon and midnight on July 6th. Average rainfall was one to two inches across most of the area. However, much of the west and south side of the Atlanta metropolitan area received three to five inches of rain during this period. A number of counties experienced flooding, and a few even had flash flooding. Below are some of the specific highlights with respect to

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5467462). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Douglas, GA

This event is one of many recorded floods in Douglas County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.

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