Flash Flood — Onondaga, New York

1998-08-24 · near Manlius, Onondaga, New York

Event narrative

As a severe thunderstorm moved through the region early in the evening, it dumped torrential rains. Rainfall amounts of 1 to 2 inches were observed in less than 30 minutes. This caused the Limestone Creek to quickly rise out of its banks. A four year old girl was out playing by the creek near her backyard when waters rapidly rose. She was caught in the rushing water and found downstream later that evening. Unfortunately, she did not survive the ordeal. Some minor damage was also incurred to portions of other properties from the force of the water. Later that evening, water levels receded about as quickly as they came up.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5663592. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.