Flash Flood — Pope, Arkansas

2024-05-17 · near Russellville, Pope, Arkansas

Event narrative

Multiple roads in the city of Russellville were underwater and impassable with several stalled vehicles.

Wider weather episode

Another period of active weather ensued from the May 13th through the 17th. During this time, rounds of showers and thunderstorms moved across the state. Heavy rains brought flash flooding to some locations.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1179261. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.