Flash Flood — Toa Baja, Puerto Rico

2024-09-20 · near Toa Baja, Toa Baja, Puerto Rico

Event narrative

A car was stranded in PR-2, in front of Charlie Auto Imports, due to flooding waters.

Wider weather episode

The proximity of an upper level trough, along with an area of enhanced moisture, very light winds and strong heating resulted in explosive convection developing over Puerto Rico. The thunderstorms produced very heavy rainfall, lightning, gusty winds, and even hail. Flooding and landslides were reported in several areas in Puerto Rico. Water surges along rivers were common, with some rivers even reaching flood stage.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1216752. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.