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Flash Flood — Wilson, TX

Jun 25, 1999

General 3 to 4 inch rainfall fell across the five counties during the mid afternoon period, resulting in widespread flash flooding that continued into the evening period. The heaviest rain fell in Karnes County, with isolated totals to near 11 inches. Water was even reported to be covering a bridge near Panna Maria. Isolated totals between 6 and 8 inches of rain were reported between Gonzales and Moulton, with just over 6 inches in the Stockdale area. The heaviest rainfall in DeWitt County w

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 5699101). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Wilson, TX

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