Aug 12, 1996
Low pressure moving across the southeast U.S. produced a shield of moderate overrunning rainfall over the Middle Atlantic region. In parts of the Shenandoah Valley, where upsloping easterly winds enhanced the rainfall totals, sporadic flooding occurred. Shenandoah Co, which had approximately 4 inches of rain in 24 hours, had several low-lying areas and low-water bridges flood; 60 local roads were closed. The Shenandoah River crested 1 foot above flood stage.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5567889). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Shenandoah County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.