Flash Flood — Harrisonburg (c), Virginia

2017-06-16 · near Harrisonburg, Harrisonburg (c), Virginia

Event narrative

North Liberty Street was flooded near a small stream out of its banks north of Harrisonburg. Jefferson Street near Madison Street was also closed due to high water.

Wider weather episode

A warm front moved northward across the Mid-Atlantic region and southerly flow transported moisture into the region. Breaks in sunshine led to increased instability and showers and thunderstorms formed and produced very heavy rain that led to flooding.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 705850. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.