Flood · Puerto Rico

Flood September 9, 2024 · Cabo Rojo, Puerto Rico

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Damage as recorded

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

A picture in social media showed flooding at PR-102, intersection Calle Rafael Hernandez, close to the McDonalds. The road was almost impassable.

The wider storm

An upper level trough lingered in the region, promoting unsettled weather conditions. Additionally, a tropical wave approached, bringing plenty of moisture in the region. Widespread showers and thunderstorms were observed across Puerto Rico, with rainfall accumulations of 1 to 3 inches each day, and maximum amounts up to 5 inches. This led to several reports of mudslides, lightning, and flooding.

Began near Cabo Rojo (18.0896, -67.1565).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1216739. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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