Aug 29, 2017
High precipitable water values, combine with a slow moving area of rain and embedded thunderstorms over the Fort Wayne Metro area, caused flooding and flash flooding across mainly the northern portions of Fort Wayne. Three to just under five inches of rain fell within a few hour period, overwhelming drains. Within a few hours of the rain ended, flood waters rapidly receded. Lightning sparked several fires as well.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 716792). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Allen County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.