Flood — Polk, Oregon

2012-03-30 to 2012-03-31 · near Buena Vista, Polk, Oregon

Event narrative

Heavy rain caused the Luckiamute River at Suver to overflow its banks causing flooding to surrounding areas. The Luckiamute River crested at 28.0 feet on March 31st at 7 am PST, 1.0 feet above flood stage.

Wider weather episode

A strong Pacific cold front brought heavy rains to Western Oregon bringing many rivers above flood stage.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 372338. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.