Flash Flood in Scioto County, Ohio

Flash Flood March 1, 1997 – March 2, 1997 · Scioto County, Ohio

$3.0M

Damage as recorded

The wider storm

Estimated rainfall of 5 to 10 inches across the county in less than 36 hours caused numerous creeks and streams to rise out of their banks. Numerous roads were covered and at least 2000 people were evacuated as water rose into many area homes. Several cars were washed away. Across the county, at least 10 bridges were washed out, 200 homes damaged beyond repair, and 400 additional homes received reparable damage.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5596878. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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