Flash Flood — Luquillo, Puerto Rico

2010-04-13 · near Luquillo, Luquillo, Puerto Rico

Event narrative

Roads 983 and 940 were impassable due to flooding. Hacienda Carabali and the surrounding areas near Barrio Mameyes were reported flooded due to river Sabana overflowing its banks.

Wider weather episode

Subtropical jet located north of Puerto Rico combined with a mid to upper level disturbance which resulted in the development of scattered to numerous showers and a few thunderstorms across parts of Puerto Rico.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 226061. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.