Multiple rounds of thunderstorms moved across eastern Oklahoma and northwest Arkansas from the afternoon of June 22nd through the early morning hours of the 24th, as a cold front approached the area from the west. The strongest storms produced damaging wind. In addition, widespread two to four inches of rain occurred across the area, with some areas receiving between five and seven inches during that period. Flash flooding was the result of this excessive rainfall. The widespread, heavy rainfall also resulted in major flooding of Lee Creek near Van Buren, and moderate flooding of the Arkansas River near Van Buren.

Flood in CRAWFORD, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 11:00:00 to 27-JUN-19 11:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: VAN BUREN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

The Arkansas River near Van Buren rose above its flood stage of 22 feet at 12:00 pm CDT on June 23rd. The river crested at 27.06 feet at 7:30 pm CDT on the 24th, resulting in moderate flooding. Extensive lowland flooding occurred east of the I-540 bridge, and businesses in the floodplain were flooded. The river fell below flood stage at 12:45 pm CDT on the 27th.

Flood in CRAWFORD, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 11:15:00 to 25-JUN-19 01:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: STATTLER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

Lee Creek near Van Buren rose above its flood stage of 401 feet at 12:15 pm CDT on June 23rd. The river crested at 407.20 feet at 7:30 pm CDT on the 23rd, resulting in major flooding. Several homes were flooded, and roads and campgrounds near the river were closed. Monetary damage from this flood is unknown. The river fell below flood stage at 2:15 am CDT on the 25th.

Flash Flood in SEBASTIAN, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 18:00:00 to 23-JUN-19 22:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: GREENWOOD
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Several roads were flooded in and around Greenwood. A motorist was driving east on Highway 10 and slid off the wet roadway into Heartsill Creek, where the vehicle overturned and he drowned.

Flash Flood in FRANKLIN, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 06:00:00 to 23-JUN-19 12:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: CASS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Multiple roads between Cass and Ozark were reported flooded.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 11:10:00 to 23-JUN-19 13:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: WEST FORK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Riverside Park in West Fork was flooded, and nearby homes were evacuated.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 11:11:00 to 23-JUN-19 13:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: CANEHILL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Portions of several roads near Canehill were flooded.

Flash Flood in CRAWFORD, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 11:49:00 to 23-JUN-19 16:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: RUDY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Highway 282 was flooded and closed near Frog Bayou.

Flash Flood in BENTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 08:45:00 to 23-JUN-19 13:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: LOGAN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Portions of Stewart Road south of Highfill were closed due to flooding.

Flash Flood in BENTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 08:45:00 to 23-JUN-19 13:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: GRAVETTE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

Portions of Highway 72 were flooded and closed.

Flash Flood in SEBASTIAN, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 12:12:00 to 23-JUN-19 16:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: FT SMITH
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Significant street flooding reported across the City of Fort Smith.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 12:37:00 to 23-JUN-19 13:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: BALDWIN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A vehicle was stranded in flood water across Dead Horse Mountain Road in southeastern Fayetteville.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 09:10:00 to 23-JUN-19 09:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: TONTITOWN
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down numerous trees and power lines.

Flash Flood in BENTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 08:45:00 to 23-JUN-19 13:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: BESTWATER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: County Official

The intersection of Sugar Creek Road and Harris Road was closed due to flooding.

Thunderstorm Wind in BENTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 09:15:00 to 23-JUN-19 09:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: BENTONVILLE BRANCH J
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Strong thunderstorm wind snapped large tree limbs.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 09:15:00 to 23-JUN-19 09:15:00 (CST-6)
Location: JOHNSON
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Storm Chaser

Strong thunderstorm wind snapped large tree limbs south of Arvest Ballpark.

Thunderstorm Wind in BENTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 09:20:00 to 23-JUN-19 09:20:00 (CST-6)
Location: LOWELL
Magnitude: 65.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down trees and snapped large tree limbs in the Bethel Heights area.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 09:25:00 to 23-JUN-19 09:25:00 (CST-6)
Location: JOHNSON
Magnitude: 56.00 EG
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Strong thunderstorm wind blew shingles from the roof of a home near W Shady Grove Road and Highway 71B.

Flash Flood in BENTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 09:48:00 to 23-JUN-19 13:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: SILOAM SPGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Several streets were flooded and closed on the north side of Siloam Springs.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 10:17:00 to 23-JUN-19 13:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: (FYV)FAYETTEVILLE AR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Portions of Highway 71 were flooded and closed near Greenland.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 11:00:00 to 23-JUN-19 13:45:00 (CST-6)
Location: BLACKBURN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

Flood water washed away portions of Highway 220 near Devils Den.

Thunderstorm Wind in BENTON, ARKANSAS
From 23-JUN-19 08:55:00 to 23-JUN-19 08:55:00 (CST-6)
Location: SILOAM SPGS
Magnitude: 70.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Strong thunderstorm wind blew down numerous trees in and around Siloam Springs.