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Flood — Wabash, IL

Jul 1, 2019

Flood Cause
Heavy Rain

Flooding that began along the Wabash, Little Wabash, and portions of the Ohio Rivers in June ended early in July. By the first of July, the flooding along all these rivers was considered minor. Low-lying woods, fields, and a few county roads remained underwater. A trend toward somewhat drier weather allowed these rivers to fall below flood stage by mid month.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 832939). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Wabash, IL

This event is one of many recorded floods in Wabash County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.

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