Jun 17, 1996
Extensive flash flooding was reported across the northern half of Van Buren county. Rainfall totals in the South Haven area were reported to be between 4 and 5 inches, and totals of 3 to 4 inches were common across the remainder of the affected area. Traffic on I-196, in one direction, was halted by flooding at the M43 overpass. Bangor had city drains overflowing. South Haven reported 20 residences with flooded basements. The intersection of 12th Avenue and 26th Street in Pinegrove Township
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5561645). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Van Buren County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.