Debris Flow — Moca, Puerto Rico

2019-05-24 · near Moca, Moca, Puerto Rico

Event narrative

A mudslide was reported in Sector Ramirez, Barrio Cerro Gordo. A family is uncommunicated due to the mudslide blocking Road PR-495.

Wider weather episode

An upper-level trough and abundant low to mid-level moisture combined with daytime heating and local effects, resulting in enhanced shower and thunderstorm activity across the northwest quadrant of Puerto Rico.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 826896. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.