Flash Flood — Catano, Puerto Rico

2021-03-20 · near Catano, Catano, Puerto Rico

Event narrative

Emergency manager called to report a rescue of three people due to heavy rainfall and the Rio Cucharillas out of its banks in sector Reparto Paraiso.

Wider weather episode

A surge in low-level moisture combined with daytime heating and local effects to generate afternoon convection across the northwestern quadrant of PR. In addition, a persistent streamer developed from Trujillo Alto to Toa Baja, generating significant rainfall activity, especially across Toa Baja and Catao, where estimates were in excess of 3-5 inches.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 950891. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.