Flash Flood — Franklin, Massachusetts

2005-07-18 · near Bernardston, Franklin, Massachusetts

Wider weather episode

Slow moving (almost stationary) thunderstorms produced a significant flash flood event in north central Franklin County, Massachusetts. Two maximum rainfall totals of 9 inches were reported from Bernardston, where the worst flooding had been reported. In this town, the police station experienced flooding; and approximately 50 homes either experienced property damage or basement flooding. In addition, 30 roads were either washed out, closed or partially closed, or had culverts blown out due to flooding.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5465404. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.