Jul 22, 1997
Slow moving thunderstorms dropped several inches of rainfall across Washington County. Doppler precipitation estimates indicated 7 to 10 inches of rain fell over a 6 hour period. Several roads were closed and underwater. Numerous car accidents were reported due to flooded roads. Several cars were flooded.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5610366). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Washington County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.