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San Juan, Puerto Rico
Tornadoes, hail, floods and severe storms recorded here between 1995 and 2026, from NOAA's Storm Events Database. Search an address to see which tornadoes came closest to it.
2
Tornado reports
1
Hail reports
445
Floods since 1996
527
All events
1
Deaths
$261.2M
Property damage
Year by year
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NOAA's storm database records tornadoes back to 1950 and hail and thunderstorm wind back to 1955, but floods only from 1996 on. Older floods are missing here. For those, the U.S. Geological Survey's stream gauge records and flood reports are the place to look.
Most significant events
The strongest tornadoes, deadliest events and biggest damage here, up to 50.
The 911 Call Center reported that individuals were stranded in a Kia vehicle due to flash flooding from nearby streams along Camino Los Navarro in Barrio Quebrada Arenas, near Road PR-1 in San Juan. The floodwaters inundated the roadway, creating hazardous conditions and promptin…
Flood Flood
Flooding was reported at Calle Juncos near Cementerio San Jose.
Flood Flood
A car was stranded with two people inside due to flooding waters at Calle Santa Cecilia in San Juan.
Flood Flood
The 911 call center reported a stranded car with one person trapped in street Delbrey, San Juan at the marginal Baldorioty de Castro.
Flood Flood
A vehicle was trapped in floodwaters with two occupants inside on Calle Marginal Avenida Fernandez Juncos, behind ICDC Church.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
The 911 Call Center reported flooding near Ave Fernandez Juncos toward Hato Rey, in the vicinity of the Martin Pena train station. A vehicle was reportedly affected by floodwaters.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
The 911 Call Center reported flooding in San Juan along Ave Barbosa near the Walgreens area. A vehicle was reportedly affected by floodwaters.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
A car was stranded due to flooding waters at Calle Santiago Iglesias.
Flood Flood
The 911 Call Center reported flooding near PR-842 on Camino Bigio, with floodwaters affecting some nearby homes.
Debris Flow Debris Flow
The 911 Call Center reported a landslide near PR-1 and Camino Dolores Cruz, close to Perfect Cleaning Services, affecting mainly a residential area.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flood waters were affecting a parking lot of a building near a dairy corporation. Several cars were parked over the parking area.
Flood Flood
A car was stranded with a person inside due to flooding waters at exit to pr-22 toward avenue Jose de Diego.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Heavy rainfall caused a creek to overflow in Sector Paracaochero near Camino Los Cruces in San Juan. Flash floodwaters inundated two residential units near Aceros de Amrica, resulting in flood damage to the affected properties. No injuries or fatalities were reported.
Flood Flood
Flood waters affected Calle San Lino, near the baseball park in Urb Sagrado Corazones.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flooding was reported along Avenida Simon Madera near Mall of San Juan. Floodwaters impacted at least one vehicle, with reports of occupants stranded inside.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Residential flooding was reported in Calle B, Estancias Campo Llano in San Juan. Floodwaters impacted one residence.
Flood Flood
Flooding was reported along the roadway Calle San Lino at the end of Urb. Sagrado Corazon in Cupey. Floodwaters impacted the roadway, but no vehicles or people were stranded.
Flood Flood
A video in social media shows urban street flooding in Ave Luis Munoz Rivera with several inches of standing water covering multiple travel lanes. Vehicles were observed continuing to pass through the flooded roadway, indicating the road was not impassable, though traffic was imp…
Flood Flood
Broadcast meteorologist shared on social media a photo of flooding along PR-1, by the port in Old San Juan. The roads were still passable.
Flood Flood
Broadcast media shared a video from the public showing standing floodwaters along Calle San Antonio in the Floral Park neighborhood of San Juan. Portions of the roadway were covered by water, impacting traffic.
Flood Flood
Social media posts reported flooding along Avenida 65 de Infanteria in front of Concordia Shopping Center.
Flood Flood
Social media posts reported flooding along Avenida 65 de Infanteria in front of Concordia Shopping Center.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree was uprooted and fell, impacting electrical lines. This caused a power outage in a residential area near Centro Medico.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Broadcast media reported impassable roads at San Alfonso Avenue, near Wendys, Reyes Pharmacy #3.
Flood Flood
Flooding was reported at the intersection between Avenida Tte. Cesar Luis Gonzalez (Avenue) and Calle Soldado Hector Salaman (Street). No stranded people or vehicles were reported.
Flood Flood
A report from 911 indicated that Road 177 in Cupey, near the Universidad Interamericana Recinto Metro, is affected by ponding of water on the roadway.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Emergency Managers reported a fallen tree on Avenida Muoz Rivera, near the Tribunal de Primera Instancia in San Juan. At the time of the incident, a strong thunderstorm was moving across the area.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The director of OMME San Juan reported that at around 4:00 PM at Plaza de las Palomas in Old San Juan, thunderstorm winds knocked down a large tree branch, striking an older woman who had to be assisted by emergency managers.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
At around 4:00 PM, a thunderstorm caused strong winds that knocked down heavy concrete pots in the Paseo de la Princesa in Old San Juan, according to OMME San Juan.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A fallen tree has been reported by emergency managers near Cine Metro in Santurce, obstructing a portion of the roadway. This incident occurred as outer bands from Hurricane Erin moved onshore.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
The 911 Call Center reported a fallen utility pole at Camino Concepcion Sanchez (Concepcion Sanchez Way) and blocking the roadway. Electrical cables were also reported as hanging and over the roadway. This incident occurred as the outer bands of Hurricane Erin moved onshore.
Lightning Lightning
Social media post reported a damaged building roof edge at the Condado Real Condominium in Kings Court Street & McLeary Avenue.
Flood Flood
Flooding impacted multiple lanes on Ave. Juan Ponce de Len in San Juan, directly in front of Island Finance Bank.
Flood Flood
The 911 call center reported flooding along Calle Condado, near the Wendy's and IHOP in Condado.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flooding was reported along Calle Antartica in Rio Piedras.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flood waters affected a house in Camino Bonilla, Cupey Bajo.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flood waters affected a residence in Boulevard de los Arboles, near the intersection with Guama street.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
A vehicle was fully submerged in flood waters in Sector Paracochero of Barrio Quebrada Arenas.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell over powerlines on road PR-1 near the municipal office of emergency management.
Debris Flow Debris Flow
The Municipal Office of Emergency Management (OMME) in San Juan reported a landslide in road PR-842 near KM 5.0. The road was impassable and closed by emergency management authorities.
Debris Flow Debris Flow
A landslide was reported near Rd. 842 and road Los Cotto. This area is also near a tributary of Las Curias Creek.
Flood Flood
The 911 call center reported flooding in an underground parking lot next to the Department of the Treasury in the Covadonga area. No individuals were reported stranded.
Flood Flood
One lane of PR-26, Expreso Roman Baldorioty de Castro, heading toward western San Juan, was flooded, forcing cars to use the remaining lanes to pass.
Flood Flood
NWS employee reported flooding along exit from PR-20S near a Popular Bank.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Flash flooding was reported at PR-844 between San Juan Chalets and the rear entrance of Urb. Fair View due to Cepero Creek flowing out of its banks. Water is reaching the entrance of El Valle hotel.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
San Juan Emergency managers reported a flooded intersection between America St. and PR-27 (Barbosa Avenue). This was near the restaurants New Lion King, Burger King, and KFC. Two people were reported trapped in their vehicle.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
At least one person was stranded in a car due to flooding water affecting Calle San Jorge, Baldorioty intersection.
Events by year, as a table
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 13 | 0 |
| 2025 | 30 | 0 |
| 2024 | 63 | 0 |
| 2023 | 49 | 0 |
| 2022 | 39 | 0 |
| 2021 | 27 | 0 |
| 2020 | 25 | 0 |
| 2019 | 6 | 0 |
| 2018 | 15 | 0 |
| 2017 | 13 | 0 |
| 2016 | 22 | 0 |
| 2015 | 14 | 0 |
| 2014 | 22 | 0 |
| 2013 | 41 | 0 |
| 2012 | 3 | 0 |
| 2011 | 5 | 0 |
| 2010 | 12 | 0 |
| 2009 | 21 | 0 |
| 2008 | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 | 16 | 1 |
| 1999 | 43 | 0 |
| 1998 | 44 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 |
| 1995 | 2 | 1 |
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