Flood — Mecklenburg, North Carolina

2003-03-20 · Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Wider weather episode

After morning flash flooding, moderating rainfall resulted in slower rises, but continued and additional flooding along creeks and streams into the evening hours. Some of the flooding was described as the worst in the area in over 5 years. Flooding was especially severe along the Union County line, where some people required rescue from vehicles and homes.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5348532. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.