A strong long wave trough was centered over the mid Mississippi Valley extending south to the Gulf coast with several shortwaves rotating around it.  During the April 29-30 time period, a strong MCS developed along the Gulf coast and trained across the area, producing extremely heavy rainfall rates and amounts on top of what had already been a very wet month with additional rainfall amounts of 6 to 10 inches common across the area.  This led to serious flooding across portions of the Florida panhandle with several million dollars in damage reported, mainly to roads.  However, several structures were also impacted by flood waters, especially in Walton county, and a FEMA disaster declaration was obtained across the area.

Tornado in JACKSON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 00:44:00 to 30-APR-14 00:52:00 (CST-6)
Location: RICHTER CROSSROADS
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

This tornado touched down a half mile or so east of Highway 77 south of Graceville.  Damage was mostly to trees, but several homes were also damaged.  One was severely damaged when a large oak tree toppled onto it.  Damage to trees and to one home east of Highway 77 was consistent with EF1 damage with peak winds around 110 mph.  This tornado also exhibited a debris signature on dual-pol radar.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 04:30:00 to 30-APR-14 06:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: VERNON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Multiple roads were impassible and closed across Washington county due to flash flooding.

Flash Flood in BAY, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 04:30:00 to 30-APR-14 10:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BENNETT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Multiple roads were closed including Clear Creek Road from Timber Run Road to Ann Elizabeth Lane and Oak Tree Lane.  One stretch of road had a three foot washout.

Flash Flood in BAY, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 05:35:00 to 30-APR-14 10:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: NIXON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The public reported a car underwater, a camper flooded, and water 2 feet from a house at 10304 River Alley Road.

Tornado in JACKSON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 00:52:00 to 30-APR-14 01:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: JACOBS
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A second tornado was confirmed in Jackson county starting along Highway 231 southeast of Campbellton with a few trees blown over and snapped.  There was evidence of sporadic damage to trees to the north-northeast.  The second, and more significant area of damage of damage was to a grove of pine trees east of Campbellton along Highway 2.  There was clear evidence of a tornado at this location consistent with higher end EF1 damage.  There was no evidence of damage very far to the northeast of this road.  Peak winds were estimated to be around 110 mph, and this tornado produced a debris signature on dual-pol radar.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 00:00:00 to 30-APR-14 00:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: REDBAY
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Four to five trees were blown down on Dead River Road.

Hail in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 29-APR-14 23:45:00 to 29-APR-14 23:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: EUCHEEANNA
Magnitude: 0.88 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Thunderstorm Wind in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 29-APR-14 23:30:00 to 29-APR-14 23:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: DE FUNIAK SPRINGS
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A tree was blown down on Main Stree and Davis Street with power lines down on Graham Ave.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 00:00:00 to 30-APR-14 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLEAR SPRINGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

High water was running across Clear Springs Road.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 03:00:00 to 30-APR-14 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FLOWERSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Part of Long Road was underwater near a creek that eventually flows in the Shoal River in northern Walton County.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 01:18:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MIRAMAR BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 60.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area.  At least three cars were flooded in the Miramar Beach area.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 05:00:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SANTA ROSA BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area.  On Highway 393, at least one car was stalled out in high water.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 05:30:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLUE MOUNTAIN BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area.  A section of driveway and part of a house washed out just off of Highway 30A.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 00:00:00 to 30-APR-14 00:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: FREEPORT
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

A tree was blown down on Bay Grove Road.

Flash Flood in BAY, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 06:00:00 to 30-APR-14 10:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CEDAR GROVE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Everitt Ave was flooded with water encroaching on some nearby homes.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 05:30:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: GULF PINES
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area.  A car was stalled out in high water up to the headlights near Southwinds condos.

Thunderstorm Wind in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 29-APR-14 23:45:00 to 29-APR-14 23:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: EUCHEEANNA
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter estimated winds near 60.

Thunderstorm Wind in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 29-APR-14 23:30:00 to 29-APR-14 23:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: DE FUNIAK SPRINGS
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter estimated winds of 60 to 70 mph with dime size hail.

Thunderstorm Wind in CALHOUN, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 02:00:00 to 30-APR-14 02:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALTHA
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A barn was blown down near Altha.  This was reported by the public on the WDHN news Facebook page.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 05:30:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MIRAMAR BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area.  Some washouts of land, pavement and roads occurred near Edgewater Condos.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 06:00:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: GULF PINES
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area.  Some residents were evacuated from the Rue Caribe subdivision.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 07:00:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MIRAMAR BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area.  The parking lot of the Silver Sands Outlet Mall was covered with water.

Thunderstorm Wind in LEON, FLORIDA
From 29-APR-14 09:10:00 to 29-APR-14 09:10:00 (EST-5)
Location: MICCOSUKEE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A few trees were blown down in northern and eastern Leon county with a couple down on power lines.

Thunderstorm Wind in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 29-APR-14 22:05:00 to 29-APR-14 22:05:00 (CST-6)
Location: FLOWERSVILLE
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

A tree was blown down onto a house on Long Road.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 00:28:00 to 30-APR-14 00:28:00 (CST-6)
Location: WAUSAU
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Several trees were blown down.

Flash Flood in CALHOUN, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 05:30:00 to 30-APR-14 11:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: ALTHA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Numerous roads were flooded across Calhoun county with barricades in place due to heavy rain in a short period of time.

Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 06:00:00 to 30-APR-14 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: CLEAR SPRINGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.76M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Disastrous flooding occurred across Walton county at the end of the month due to a combination of very heavy rainfall and already saturated conditions.  Many roads in the county sustained damage, and some structures were impacted by flooding including several businesses.  Road damage in the county was estimated at $1,464,696.  At least 10 businesses were impacted with damage estimated at approximately $300,000.

Thunderstorm Wind in JACKSON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 01:00:00 to 30-APR-14 01:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: RICHTER CROSSROADS
Magnitude: 55.00 EG
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Numerous trees were blown down across the county.

Flash Flood in BAY, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 05:03:00 to 30-APR-14 10:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: PANAMA CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Harrison at 14th Street and Wilson at 12 Street were flooded due to heavy rain in a short period of time.

Flash Flood in GULF, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 11:00:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEWAHITCHKA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

State Route 71 at East River Road was closed to south bound traffic due to flooding.

Thunderstorm Wind in GULF, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 08:00:00 to 30-APR-14 08:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEWAHITCHKA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A tree was blown down across power lines and blocking Lake Grove Road.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 00:20:00 to 30-APR-14 00:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: SYLVANIA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A tree fell on a house on Owens Community Road near Vernon.  Monetary damage was estimated.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 01:40:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MIRAMAR BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area.  A house was surrounded by water on Shore Drive.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 04:30:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SANTA ROSA BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area.  At least three vehicles stalled out in high water on Thompson Road.  Water was up to the door handles on one car.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 04:30:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SANTA ROSA BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area. On Spotted Dolphin Drive, all homes were taking on water with stalled vehicles in the area.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 07:00:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MIRAMAR BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area.  A section of Norwood Drive was underwater up to a depth of approximately the tops of tires on vehicles.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 08:30:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: TURQUOISE BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area.  All of Highway 30A was closed due to high water and flooding in multiple locations.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 11:30:00 to 30-APR-14 13:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLUE MOUNTAIN BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Significant flash flooding occurred for an unusually long period of time as very heavy rain moved repeatedly over the area. A section of one lane of Highway 30A washed out near Little Redfish Lake.

Flash Flood in HOLMES, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 01:00:00 to 30-APR-14 05:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: PONCE DE LEON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Several roads were flooded across the county with barricades placed due to heavy rainfall in a short period of time.

Flash Flood in HOLMES, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 01:19:00 to 30-APR-14 05:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: BONIFAY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Portions of Highway 79 near Bonifay were underwater due to flash flooding.

Flash Flood in WALTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 00:00:00 to 30-APR-14 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOSSY HEAD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

A car was stuck in water on High Note Road due to flash flooding.

Flash Flood in BAY, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 06:00:00 to 30-APR-14 10:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: (PFN)PANAMA CITY ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Parts of Cincinnati Ave were underwater via pictures from the Panama City New Herald with water encroaching on some nearby homes.

Flood in CALHOUN, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 10:00:00 to 30-APR-14 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: CENTER LAKE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 3.24M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Major flooding occurred across Calhoun county at the end of the month due to a combination of very heavy rainfall and already saturated conditions. Many roads in the county sustained damage with damage estimated at $3,234,208.

Flood in DIXIE, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 10:00:00 to 30-APR-14 23:59:00 (EST-5)
Location: HINES
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 399.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Areal flooding occurred across Dixie county at the end of the month due to a combination of heavy rainfall and already saturated conditions. Many roads in the county sustained damage with damage estimated at $398,676.

Flood in LAFAYETTE, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 10:00:00 to 30-APR-14 23:59:00 (EST-5)
Location: DAY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 856.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Areal flooding occurred across Lafayette county at the end of the month due to a combination of heavy rainfall and already saturated conditions. Many roads in the county sustained damage with damage estimated at $855,857.

Flood in BAY, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 10:00:00 to 30-APR-14 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: HOLLYWOOD BEACH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.84M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Major flooding occurred across Bay county at the end of the month due to a combination of very heavy rainfall and already saturated conditions. Many roads in the county sustained damage with damage estimated at $1,591,122.  In addition, some businesses suffered flood damage with estimates at approximately $250,000.

Flood in JACKSON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 07:00:00 to 30-APR-14 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: RICHTER CROSSROADS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 6.69M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Major flooding occurred across Jackson county at the end of the month due to a combination of very heavy rainfall and already saturated conditions. Many roads in the county sustained damage with damage estimated at $6,691,424.

Flood in WASHINGTON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 06:15:00 to 30-APR-14 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: EBRO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.16M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Major flooding occurred across Washington county at the end of the month due to a combination of very heavy rainfall and already saturated conditions. Many roads in the county sustained damage with damage estimated at $2,155,731.

Flood in HOLMES, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 05:30:00 to 30-APR-14 23:59:00 (CST-6)
Location: ROYALS CROSSROADS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 945.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Major flooding occurred across Holmes county at the end of the month due to a combination of very heavy rainfall and already saturated conditions. Many roads in the county sustained damage with damage estimated at $945,255.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, FLORIDA
From 30-APR-14 04:05:00 to 30-APR-14 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: SILLS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Approximately 64 roads were closed or underwater across Jackson county due to heavy rain and flash flooding.