Ciales storm history
Storm events recorded in Ciales, Puerto Rico between 1950 and 2025.
32
Total events
0
Tornadoes
3
Hail
11
Floods
0
Deaths
$1.1M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A 911 reporter informed us that a tree fell onto the power lines in Bo. Pozas along Road 615 in Ciales. A strong thunderstorm affecting the area produced winds estimated at 20 to 25 mph.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Fallen Trees and downed electric cables were reported at PR-149 near Jaguas Bakery and The Burger Hot Spot.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree fell blocking portions of PR-149 at Barrio Jagas in Ciales. The downed tree obstructed traffic but no injuries were reported. Event associated with a strong thunderstorm producing gusty winds and lightning.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Municipal officials and local media reported multiple downed trees and power lines along PR-146 in Ciales during the afternoon close to km 23.6. Roads were blocked and emergency crews were dispatched to clear debris. Impacts were associated with gusty winds from Hurricane Erin's …
Debris Flow Debris Flow
A landslide was reported by the 911 Call Center, affecting portions of Road PR-615 in Barrio Pozas, Ciales, near kilometer 3.8, close to a bridge and a local body shop. The landslide rendered the road impassable and caused damage to nearby communication and power lines.
Debris Flow Debris Flow
Emergency management officials reported a landslide on PR-632 in Barrio Hato Viejo, Ciales.
Debris Flow Debris Flow
Emergency management officials reported a landslide on PR-615 km 4.0 at barrio Pesas, sector Los Palomos.
Debris Flow Debris Flow
Emergency management officials reported a landslide in the Las Lomas sector of Barrio Jaguas, Ciales, which posed a threat to a residential structure. One home was affected.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A fallen tree blocked road PR-553 KM 0.7 in Barrio Cialitos.
Debris Flow Debris Flow
A fallen tree due to debris flow blocked PR-6685 KM 10.2, in Barrio Hato Viejo, Sector Cumbre.
Debris Flow Debris Flow
Broadcast media reported through social media a landslide in the municipality of Ciales caused by the recent rains. Radar estimates indicated that the area received between 2 to 3 inches of rain. Emergency management confirmed the incident occurred on PR-149 km 22.2 at around 5:5…
Debris Flow Debris Flow
A landslide was reported at PR-615, close to the baseball park, in a residential area.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The 911 call center reported a fallen tree and electrical post by road PR-146.
Flood Flood
A broadcast member posted on social media a report of a landslide in PR-149, Barrio Jaguas.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Two people were trapped along Charco el Moron in Ciales due to a water surge. Between 2 and 5 inches of rain fell across the area according to doppler radar estimates. In addition, Road PR-615 KM 7 in Barrio Toro Negro was reported flooded.
Hail Hail
Hail was reported in Barrio Cordillera along PR-146 near Escuela Superior Juan Antonio Corretjer.
Hail Hail
Hail was reported in Barrio Pesas along Road PR-149 along the vicinity of Casona Bella Vista, a Gulf Gas Station, and Fussion Restaurant.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Strong wind gusts were reported in Barrio Cordillera along Road PR-146 near Escuela Superior Juan Antonio Corretjer.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Strong wind gusts downed trees and powerlines in Barrio Pesas along Road PR-149 near the vicinity of Casona Bella Vista, a Gulf Gas station and Fussion Restaurant.
Flood Flood
Road PR-149 from Ciales to Manati was showing ponding of water over both lanes of the roadway.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Rio Grande de Manati went out of its banks.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Rio Grande de Manati went out of its banks.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Emergency manager from Ciales reported mudslides across roads PR-608, PR-614 near Km 5.0. Also, in Barrio Pozas sector Hoyo and another mudslide affected a residence in sector Pozo Muro. In Addition, the Rio Barbas flood waters damaged a bridge.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Mudslide was reported at barrio Pozas on the Pozas Highway.
Hail Hail
Pea size hail was reported in Ciales.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Rio Grande De Manati flooded road PR-145.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
A landslide was reported on Road PR-146 from Ciales to Utuado.
Flood Flood
Rio Toro Negro near Barrio Pozas was reported out of its banks over road PR-615.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Families were removed from their homes due to Rio Grande de Manati out of its banks.
Flood Flood
Road 615, Km 4.0 was reported flooded at Ciales.
Flood Flood
Road 615, Km 4.0 was reported flooded at Ciales.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
USGS sensor at Rio Grande Manati in Ciales rose to 12 feet. Flood stage is 10 feet.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 11 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 5 | 0 |
| 2017 | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | 2 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 |
| 2010 | 3 | 0 |