Sep 6, 1996
Torrential rains associated with Tropical Storm Fran caused the rapid onset of river flooding along the headwaters of the Potomac River late on the 6th, spreading gradually southeast throughout the entire basin by early on the 10th. Crests were similar to those seen in January 1996 across the Lower main stem of the Potomac. Levels were 1 to 5 feet higher than in January across the Upper main stem of the Potomac.Western Allegany Co (MDZ002) was hit the hardest. The nearly $1 million in propert
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5572371). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Frederick County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.