A series of upper level disturbance rotating around a mean longwave trough west of the area brought copious amounts of moisture into the area.  The KTAE rawinsonde sounding on the evening of February 22nd measured a PWAT value of 1.77 inches, which was the 2nd highest PWAT observed during the month of February at that location.  Rainfall amounts generally between 9 and 14 inches were observed during the 5 day period between Feb 22-26 across the Tallahassee area with similar amounts across the remainder of the Florida Panhandle.  This led to areas of flooding.  There were also some severe storms during the early morning hours of Feb 26th.  The southeast big bend saw significantly less rainfall.

Tornado in FRANKLIN, FLORIDA
From 25-FEB-13 13:22:00 to 25-FEB-13 13:22:00 (EST-5)
Location: EASTPOINT
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Park/Forest Service

A tornado was spotted crossing over the St. George Island Bridge.  No damage occurred.

Flash Flood in BAY, FLORIDA
From 25-FEB-13 12:00:00 to 25-FEB-13 14:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: PANAMA CITY BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Water surrounded the building of Arnold High School via a series of pictures from WJHG's facebook page.  Heavy rainfall rates of 2 to 3 inches per hour had occurred over the past couple of hours.  Bay County Emergency Management also reported several road closures in the area around Panama City.

Flood in WASHINGTON, FLORIDA
From 25-FEB-13 18:00:00 to 26-FEB-13 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BAHOMA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.36M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Significant areal flooding occurred across Washington county due to prolonged periods of moderate to heavy rainfall. Four day rainfall totals of 8-12 inches were estimated across the county between Feb 22-26. The emergency manager estimated over $1.3 million in damages across the county, mainly due to road repair.  At least 27 separate road closures were reported across the county.

Flood in BAY, FLORIDA
From 25-FEB-13 15:00:00 to 26-FEB-13 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: YOUNGSTOWN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Water from Bear Creek overflowed Ed Lee Road in northern Bay county due to prolonged periods of moderate to heavy rainfall over a 4 day period.  Rainfall from 8-12 inches was estimated.  This was reported by the public via a facebook post to WMBB-TV.

Flash Flood in LEON, FLORIDA
From 26-FEB-13 06:04:00 to 26-FEB-13 06:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: STATE CAPITOL COMPLEX
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Four new road closures due to flash flooding were reported by the City of Tallahassee via Twitter.  Heavy rainfall rates of 2-2.5 inches per hour occurred for around 1 hour on top of 8-13 inches of rain from the previous 4 days.

Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 25-FEB-13 14:00:00 to 26-FEB-13 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLEAR SPRINGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Significant areal flooding occurred across Walton county due to prolonged periods of moderate to heavy rainfall. Four day rainfall totals of 8-12 inches were estimated across the county between Feb 22-26.  Several creeks overflowed their banks and flooded several bridges and roadways.  Monetary damage was estimated.  Most of the damage cost was due to road repair.  Several pictures of the flooding were posted on social media.

Hail in LEON, FLORIDA
From 24-FEB-13 17:20:00 to 24-FEB-13 17:20:00 (EST-5)
Location: STATE CAPITOL COMPLEX
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Hail in JEFFERSON, FLORIDA
From 24-FEB-13 18:03:00 to 24-FEB-13 18:03:00 (EST-5)
Location: MONTICELLO
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The hail was mostly dime to nickel size with a few quarter size stones.

Thunderstorm Wind in FRANKLIN, FLORIDA
From 26-FEB-13 04:24:00 to 26-FEB-13 05:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: BAY CITY
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several trees and power lines were blown down on Rosemont Drive.  Numerous transformers were blown around Apalachicola, Eastpoint, and St. George Island.  Power was cut to the stoplight in Apalachicola.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in FRANKLIN, FLORIDA
From 26-FEB-13 04:24:00 to 26-FEB-13 04:24:00 (EST-5)
Location: (AAF)APALACHICOLA ARPT
Magnitude: 67.00 MG
Reported by: ASOS

Thunderstorm Wind in LEON, FLORIDA
From 26-FEB-13 05:45:00 to 26-FEB-13 05:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOUTHWOOD
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A 75 foot pine tree was blown down at an apartment complex in the Southwood area.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in WAKULLA, FLORIDA
From 26-FEB-13 05:16:00 to 26-FEB-13 05:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: SOPCHOPPY
Magnitude: 60.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Numerous trees and power lines were blown down across the county, especially around Crawfordville.  Around 90% of the Crawfordville substation lost power.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, FLORIDA
From 26-FEB-13 06:00:00 to 26-FEB-13 06:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MONTICELLO
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A few trees were blown down.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in JEFFERSON, FLORIDA
From 26-FEB-13 06:00:00 to 26-FEB-13 06:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: WAUKEENAH
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Two trees were blown down.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Flash Flood in GADSDEN, FLORIDA
From 26-FEB-13 05:28:00 to 26-FEB-13 06:15:00 (EST-5)
Location: GRETNA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Water was flowing over SR 12 south of I-19 at a depth of about 6 inches.  There were also approximately 3-4 other reports of water over roads in other parts of Gadsden county.

Flash Flood in BAY, FLORIDA
From 25-FEB-13 12:00:00 to 25-FEB-13 14:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: LYNN HAVEN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Water surrounded homes along Rhode Island Avenue in Lynn Haven via a picture posted on WJHG's facebook page.  Heavy rainfall rates of 2 to 3 inches per had occurred in the area over the past 1 to 2 hours.

Hail in LEON, FLORIDA
From 24-FEB-13 17:24:00 to 24-FEB-13 17:24:00 (EST-5)
Location: TALLAHASSEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
Magnitude: 1.00 
Reported by: Public

Nickel to quarter size hail was reported around 900 Riggins Rd.

Flood in HOLMES, FLORIDA
From 25-FEB-13 18:00:00 to 26-FEB-13 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROYALS CROSSROADS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.46M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Significant areal flooding occurred across Holmes county due to prolonged periods of moderate to heavy rainfall. Four day rainfall totals of 8-12 inches were estimated across the county between Feb 22-26. The emergency manager estimated over $1.4 million in damages across the county, mainly due to road repair.  The following impacts were documented by the Public Works Department for Holmes county.
1) All roads in campsites off of Hwy 179 were under water except for Boat Ramp Rd.
2) Blue Springs Rd was completely closed and under water from River and Wrights
3) Horse Shoe Loop Rod was closed for approximately 500 ft from creek and river water backing up on the road.
4) Tobe Retherford Rd was closed due to water crossing 100 ft from Hwy 179 covering approximately 50 ft of the road.
5) Bonifay Gritney Rd was closed due to river and creek water backing up and covering bridge.  About 200 ft of the road was under water.
6) Harris Stevenson Rd was closed due to Sikes Creek crossing the road and making it impassible.  About 700 ft of the road was under water.
7) Bear Hewett Landing Rd was closed due to about 200 ft of the road under water.
8) Boat Landing Ln was closed due to river flooding.
9) John Marsh Rd was flooded and closed to thru traffic.
10) Curry Ferry Rd was under water from the river, cutting this road off.  About 300 ft of the road was under water.
11) Buck Roger Rd was under water for about 200 ft.
12) The Choctawhatchee Boat Landing at Pittman off Hwy 2 was closed due to minor flooding.
13) A creek cut off road on Mt. Ida below the church.

Hail in LEON, FLORIDA
From 24-FEB-13 17:27:00 to 24-FEB-13 17:27:00 (EST-5)
Location: FALLSCHASE
Magnitude: 1.75 
Property damage: 720.00K
Reported by: Public

Golf ball size hail was reported around Buck Lake.  An NWS employee living in that area reported that numerous houses (approximately 80) sustained roof damage and required new roofs.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Flash Flood in BAY, FLORIDA
From 25-FEB-13 09:30:00 to 25-FEB-13 14:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: LYNN HAVEN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Chris Smith of WJHG posted a picture on Facebook showing water affecting homes along the 1700 block of New Hampshire Avenue in Lynn Haven due to heavy rainfall.  Water was surrounding the homes and the driveways were not visible.  Rainfall rates of 2 to 3 inches per hour were in the area, and the ground was saturated from previous heavy rainfall.

Flood in CALHOUN, FLORIDA
From 25-FEB-13 18:00:00 to 26-FEB-13 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALTHA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.10M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Significant areal flooding occurred across Calhoun county due to prolonged periods of moderate to heavy rainfall.  Four day rainfall totals of around a foot were estimated across the county between Feb 22-26.  The emergency manager estimated over $1 million in damages across the county, mainly due to road repair.

Flood in JACKSON, FLORIDA
From 25-FEB-13 10:00:00 to 26-FEB-13 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRACEVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.88M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Significant areal flooding occurred across Jackson county due to prolonged periods of moderate to heavy rainfall. Four day rainfall totals of 8-12 inches were estimated across the county between Feb 22-26. The emergency manager estimated over $1.8 million in damages across the county, mainly due to road repair.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEON, FLORIDA
From 26-FEB-13 05:45:00 to 26-FEB-13 05:45:00 (EST-5)
Location: APALACHEE REGIONAL PARK
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

A tree was blown down along Hidden Lakes Dr.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, FLORIDA
From 25-FEB-13 10:00:00 to 25-FEB-13 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: RICHTER CROSSROADS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Tobacco Road was washed out and closed.  Monetary damage was estimated.