Sep 29, 2017
A mid to upper level trough associated with a low centered over the northeast Gulf waters combined with the western edge of the Atlantic high. This brought southerly flow and deep tropical moisture from the Caribbean and southeastern Gulf of Mexico to Florida. This allowed for moderate to heavy rainfall across portions of Collier county leading to flooding of roadways.
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 721515). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Collier County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.