Flash Flood — Columbus, North Carolina

1999-09-15 to 1999-09-16 · near Bolton, Columbus, North Carolina

Event narrative

Heavy rains from Hurricane Floyd accumulated around 12 inches in the western part and near 20 inches in the eastern part of the county, causing the worst flooding in county history. High water closed many roads, including newly completed U.S. 74/76, and inundated low-lying areas. Water in downtown Whiteville was 5 feet deep, necessitating rescues by boat. Lake Waccamaw rose to the highest level ever, covering piers and flooding homes. Downstream, 600 were evacuated from Crusoe Island.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5718455. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.