Flash Flood — Delaware, New York

2008-07-23 · near Colchester, Delaware, New York

Event narrative

Heavy rain from thunderstorms caused significant flash flooding. All roads in the towns of Andes, Stamford and Middletown were closed, and States of Emergency were declared. The flash flooding caused up to 10 million dollars worth of damage to roads and bridges.

Wider weather episode

A stationary front extending from southern New England through the Delmarva region pulled eastward as low pressure developed along the boundary. As moisture pulled northward, heavy rain showers and thunderstorms developed, producing severe weather and flooding.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 128879. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.