April 12th and 13th 2020 Severe Storms and Flash Flooding

Overview

A strong cold front moved across the area during the morning of April 13th. Ahead of it a line of showers and storms developed producing damaging winds east of the mountains. Meanwhile, moderate to heavy rainfall lead to localized flash flooding from the NC mountains to the Alleghanys and Blue Ridge of Virginia. Rainfall amounts exceeded 3 inches across the Blue Ridge.

Reports of Wind Damage and Flooding in the Area, even a Tornado southeast of Greensboro


Rainfall Totals from April 12th-13th event	Flooding in Pulaski Credit: D. Jarman

Flooding of North Fork Roanoke River in Ironto, VA Credit: WDBJ	Craig County VA flooding Credit: J. Cady

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