Coastal Flood — Southeast, Puerto Rico

2012-08-23 · Southeast, Puerto Rico

Event narrative

Coastal flooding was reported between Naguabo and Punta Santiago sector in Humacao. The road was closed.

Wider weather episode

Tropical Storm Isaac tracked south of the area leaving hazardous sea across the Caribbean waters. The outer bands of Isaac left rainfall accumulations of 2 to 4 inches island-wide with isolated amounts between 6 and 8 inches across sectors of eastern and southern Puerto Rico during a four day period. Strong gusty winds were also reported with Isaac.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 409777. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.