Jul 10, 2021
A slow moving thunderstorm developed during the evening of July 10th. Surface-based CAPE values ranged from 1500 to 2000 J/Kg, while Precipitable Water values were estimated to be around 1.6 inches. Light steering winds resulted in slow movement of this storm causing localized flash flooding and sporadic wind damage. Hilly terrain was also a factor in this event which, combined with rainfall rates from the storm as high as 5 inches per hour, resulted in rapid flow of water along the valley bott
Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 969558). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Watauga County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.