Flash Flood — Tompkins, New York

2025-07-14 · near Caroline Center, Tompkins, New York

Event narrative

Roadway flooding was occurring at the intersection of Old Route 76 and Yaple Rd. Reports of water and debris across the road.

Wider weather episode

A weak frontal system moving through a warm and excessively moist environment triggered thunderstorms with torrential rainfall. These storms were slow moving and produced copious amounts of rain which led to localized flash flooding of roads, small streams and a few residences.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1285746. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.