Unusually high levels of moisture for early February combined with a slow-moving frontal system to produce an extended period of moderate to heavy rainfall across western North Carolina from the morning of the 5th until the early morning hours of the 7th. Intense rain rates associated with bands of heavy rain showers and embedded thunderstorms developing along the front during the morning and afternoon of the 7th resulted in rather widespread flash flooding. Isolated tornadoes also developed during this time across the Piedmont. Total rainfall of 3 to 6 inches resulted in flooding persisting along some main stem rivers and larger streams well into the 7th.

Tornado in CABARRUS, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 11:40:00 to 06-FEB-20 11:48:00 (EST-5)
Location: MT GILEAD
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS storm survey found the damage path of an EF2 tornado that began just west of I-85 near Lane St where trees were snapped and uprooted as the tornado crossed the interstate and moved east along Lane St. The awning of a service station was also damaged. The tornado then moved along Old Salisbury-Concord Rd snapping and uprooting trees until it reached Gold Fish Rd where several homes were damaged. The tornado then moved east along Irish Potato Rd snapping and uprooting trees. Farther along this road another home was damaged. Little damage was noted as the tornado moved east until it crossed Dutch Buffalo Creek where trees were snapped and uprooted. The strongest damage was found just east along Pless Rd where several homes were damaged. The tornado weakened as it moved east snapping and uprooting trees as it went. The tornado ended near Sisk-Carter Rd.

Tornado in ROWAN, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 11:55:00 to 06-FEB-20 11:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: GOLD HILL
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS storm survey found a weak tornado damage path that began near the intersection of Old Beatty Ford Rd and St Stephens Church Rd south of Gold Hill. A small barn was damaged at this location, which was the most significant damage along the track. Some some trees were snapped and uprooted here as well. The tornado snapped and uprooted trees as it moved east along and near Old Beatty Ford Rd before ending near Old Highway 80.

Flood in UNION, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 20:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 23:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: INDIAN TRAIL ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Although heavy rainfall tapered off across Union County into the evening, runoff from the earlier rainfall resulted in high water conditions persisted, with multiple roads remaining closed through late evening.

Tornado in GASTON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 11:01:00 to 06-FEB-20 11:05:00 (EST-5)
Location: MOUNTIAN VIEW
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS storm survey found a tornado that began in southeast Cleveland County moved into Gaston County in the Crowders Mountain State Park area. Numerous snapped trees were found as the tornado moved east crossing Pinnacle Rd and Sparrow Springs Rd. The damage ended near Freedom Mill Rd with snapped and broken large branches.

Tornado in UNION, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 12:32:00 to 06-FEB-20 12:35:00 (EST-5)
Location: INDIAN TRAIL
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

A weakening tornado moved into Union County from Mecklenburg County near Idlewild Rd. Damage in Union County was generally confined to downed weakened and dead trees before the tornado lifted near Hawthorne Drive in Indian Trail.

Tornado in LINCOLN, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 09:58:00 to 06-FEB-20 09:59:00 (EST-5)
Location: ELAY
Tornado F-scale: EF0
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS storm survey found the path of a weakening tornado that moved into Lincoln County from Cleveland County in the Hull Rd area before dissipating. Damage was primarily limited to snapped tree limbs and a few downed trees in Lincoln County.

Flash Flood in MACON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 10:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 17:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: NORTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

County comms reported multiple roads flooded and closed throughout Macon County due to a combination of small stream and poor drainage flooding after 3 to 6 inches of rain fell in about an 18 hour period. At least half of that fell in less than six hours during the morning of the 6th.

Flood in MACON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 17:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 20:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: NORTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Although heavy rain tapered off across Macon County during the afternoon and evening, county comms reported multiple roads remained flooded and closed for several hours after the rain ended.

Flood in IREDELL, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 16:00:00 to 07-FEB-20 02:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: HOUSTONVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

A stream gauge on Hunting Creek in the Harmony area exceeded its established flood stage after 4 to 5 inches of rain in around 24 hours. Several roads were inundated by Hunting Creek or its tributaries, including Saw Mill Rd, Powell Bridge Rd, and Houstonville Rd.

Flood in GASTON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 07-FEB-20 17:00:00 to 08-FEB-20 17:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SPENCER MTN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Although heavy rain tapered off across the Catawba River basin throughout the afternoon of the 6th, floodwaters continued to rise along the South Fork Catawba, as runoff from 4 to 6 inches of rain continued to work its way through the watershed. Major flood stage was reached by late evening of the 6th, and the worst flooding since 2013 was observed in the Cramerton and McAdenville areas. Flooding of multiple structures occurred, particularly along Riverside Dr and 8th Ave in Cramerton. Otherwise, numerous roads were inundated, including some due to backwater effects along tributaries of the South Fork Catawba.

Flash Flood in HENDERSON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 10:30:00 to 06-FEB-20 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MILLS RIVER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

County comms and stream gauges reported flash flooding developed across Henderson County after 4 to 5 inches of rain fell across the area in about 24 hours, with much of that falling during the morning and afternoon of the 7th. Multiple roads were inundated and closed throughout the county due to a combination of poor drainage and small stream flooding. This included Mud Creek near downtown Hendersonville, which flooded areas near S Church St and S Main St.

Flash Flood in TRANSYLVANIA, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 10:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MIDDLE FORK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

County comms reported flash flooding developed across Transylvania County after 4 to 6 inches of rain fell across the county in about 24 hours, with much of the falling during the morning and afternoon of the 6th. Multiple roads were flooded and closed throughout the county due to a combination of poor drainage and small stream flooding of several tributaries of the French Broad River, including Little River, which overflowed onto Merrill Rd.

Flash Flood in SWAIN, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 10:30:00 to 06-FEB-20 14:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRYSON CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 200.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Automated stream gauges indicated flash flooding developed along the Tuckasegee River in the Bryson City area after more than 4 inches of rain fell over the region in about 24 hours, with much of that falling during the morning of the 6th. Multiple roads and businesses flooded around the downtown area, including along Gibson Ave, Island St, Everett St, Carringer St, and Collins St. Although the rate of rise slowed during the afternoon as rain began to taper off, minor flooding persisted along the Tuckasegee through the evening hours of the 6th.

Flood in CLEVELAND, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 16:00:00 to 07-FEB-20 12:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: BOILING SPGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Although heavy rain tapered off across western North Carolina during the afternoon, moderate flooding persisted along the Broad River near Boiling Springs through the remainder of the 6th into the first half of the 7th. Multiple roads were inundated along the river, as were several homes, particularly in the Abes Mountain Rd area. The stream gauge at Boiling Springs reached its highest level since September of 2004.

Flash Flood in GASTON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 13:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 17:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SPENCER MTN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

A stream gauge on the South Fork Catawba at Lowell indicated flash flooding developed along the stream in eastern Gaston County after 4 to 6 inches of rain fell throughout the basin in about 24 hours, with much of that falling during the morning and early afternoon of the 6th. Some of the main impacts were in Cramerton, where Riverside Dr was inundated, as were several parking lots. The yards of homes were flooded along Catawba Run Rd and Old Willis School Rd was flooded due to backwater effects along Hoyle Creek.

Flash Flood in MCDOWELL, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 11:30:00 to 06-FEB-20 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEBO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

EM reported North Muddy Creek and/or a tributary overflowed its banks and inundated Gilbert Byrd Rd in the vicinity of the I-40 underpass. Four to five inches of rain fell across the area in about 24 hours, with about half of that falling during the morning of the 6th.

Flood in MCDOWELL, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 15:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 19:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: NEBO
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.50K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Although heavy rainfall tapered off across McDowell County through the afternoon of the 6th, flooding persisted along North Muddy Creek and its tributaries, with Gilbert Byrd Rd remaining inundated into the evening hours.

Thunderstorm Wind in CABARRUS, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 11:44:00 to 06-FEB-20 11:44:00 (EST-5)
Location: CONCORD
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Spotter reported multiple trees blown down in the area bound by Highway 3, Old Airport Road, and Highway 73.

Flash Flood in CALDWELL, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 12:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LENOIR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

County comms reported flash flooding developed across portions of Caldwell County after 4 to 5.5 inches of rain fell in about 24 hours with much of that falling during the morning of the 6th. Multiple roads were closed due to a combination of poor drainage in urban areas and due to small stream flooding.

Flash Flood in ALEXANDER, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 13:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 17:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: TAYLORSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Newspaper reported flash flooding developed across central Alexander County after 4 to 5.5 inches of rain fell across the county in around 24 hours, with much of that falling during the morning and early afternoon of the 6th. Multiple tributaries of the Lower Little River overflowed their banks and flooded adjacent roads. These included Muddy Fork, which inundated Old Wilkesboro Rd just north of Taylorsville, Stirewalt Creek which flooded Heavenly Acres Rd, and Glade Creek which flooded Millersville Rd and Paul Pane Store Rd.

Flood in CATAWBA, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 20:00:00 to 07-FEB-20 06:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: CATAWBA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

A stream gauge at Lookout Shoals Dam on the Catawba River exceeded its established flood stage, reaching moderate flood levels after widespread rainfall of 4.5 to 5.5 inches fell throughout the basin in about 24 hours. Crawl space flooding of a home occurred on Longfield St, while other homes in the Carpenters Cove community experienced some inundation of foundations.

Flood in POLK, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 19:00:00 to 07-FEB-20 05:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: VALHALLA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Although heavy rain tapered off across Polk County throughout the afternoon and evening, runoff from the excessive rainfall that fell throughout the 6th resulted in continued high water conditions into the overnight hours, with multiple roads remaining closed.

Thunderstorm Wind in POLK, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 09:12:00 to 06-FEB-20 09:21:00 (EST-5)
Location: SANDY PLAINS
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Newspaper reported numerous trees blown down across Polk County, with some down on roads.

Thunderstorm Wind in LINCOLN, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 09:51:00 to 06-FEB-20 09:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: TOLUCA
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Spotter reported multiple trees blown down in Vale and surrounding areas.

Flash Flood in MECKLENBURG, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 14:00:00 to 07-FEB-20 20:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: HAHN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Stream gauges indicated flash flooding along multiple creeks in the city of Charlotte after 2.5 to 4 inches of rain fell across the area in around 24 hours with much of that falling on the morning into the afternoon of the 6th. Mallard Creek overflowed its banks and flooded parking lots at PNC Music Pavillion as well as the greenway along North Tryon St. McMullen Creek inundated Addison Dr with more than a foot of water. Briar Creek flooded Shannonhouse Dr Masonic Dr Central Ave and the parking lot of an apartment complex in east Charlotte. Significant flooding developed along Sugar Creek in southwest Charlotte with water inundating several buildings along Southern Pines and Red Oak Blvds.

Flash Flood in CATAWBA, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 11:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 18:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: CONOVER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Newspaper reported flash flooding developed along Lyle Creek in the Conover area after around 5 inches of rain fell over the basin in about 24 hours, with much of that falling during the morning and early afternoon of the 6th. Several homes along the creek had their foundations inundated, while water completely surrounded other homes.

Flood in BURKE, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 16:00:00 to 07-FEB-20 02:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: JOY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Although heavy rainfall tapered off across Burke County during the afternoon county comms reported high water conditions persisted through the evening and early part of the overnight with multiple roads remaining flooded and closed throughout the county. In addition a stream gauge on the Johns River north of Morganton exceeded its established flood stage after 3 to 6 inches of rain fell in and near the headwaters over about 24 hours. Multiple roads were flooded including Old Johns River Rd Spainhour Rd Johns River Rd and Corpening Bridge Rd.

Flash Flood in POLK, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 09:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 19:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: VALHALLA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Media reported flash flooding developed across Polk County after 4 to 6 inches of rain fell across the county in about 24 hours with much of that falling during the morning of the 6th. The main streams impacted were the North Pacolet River and several of its tributaries in the Tryon area and Green Creek and its tributaries in the Mill Spring area. Numerous roads were inundated and impassable/closed due to flooding of these and other streams. The North Pacolet flooded several roads in the Lynn community just north of Tryon. In the Columbus area, Fox Mountain Rd was flooded by White Oak Creek and its tributaries in several spots. Urban and poor drainage flooding was also reported in Columbus, and more than a dozen people were rescued after being trapped by flood water. In the Mill Spring and Green Creek area, Green Creek and its tributaries inundated such roads as Coxe Rd, East Green Creek Rd, and Solen Williams Rd.

Tornado in CLEVELAND, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 10:55:00 to 06-FEB-20 11:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ARCHDALE
Tornado F-scale: EF2
Property damage: 750.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS storm survey found an EF2 tornado damage path that began near the intersection of Battleground Rd and I-85. Trees were snapped and uprooted along the path as it moved east to near the intersection of Dixon School Rd and Bethlehem Rd. Here a couple of homes were damaged. Just east of there the strongest damage was found as a couple of high tension electrical transmission towers were blown down. The tornado weakened as it moved east snapping and uprooting trees as it crossed York Rd before moving into Gaston County.

Flood in JACKSON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 15:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 20:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SPEEDWELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Although heavy rain tapered off across Jackson County during the afternoon and evening, county comms reported multiple roads remained flooded and closed for several hours after the rain ended.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 10:30:00 to 06-FEB-20 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: SPEEDWELL
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

County comms reported multiple roads flooded and closed throughout Jackson County due to a combination of small stream and poor drainage flooding after 3.5 to 5 inches of rain fell in about an 18 hour period. At least half of that fell in less than six hours during the morning of the 6th. Impacted streams included Scott Creek, which inundated Hemlock St in Dillsboro and Skyland Dr between Sylva and Balsam. Blanton Branch also flooded Morningstar Ln in Sylva, while Caney Fork inundated Helen Zachary Rd in Cullowhee.

Flash Flood in UNION, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 15:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 18:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: INDIAN TRAIL ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Stream gauges along Goose Creek in the Indian Trail area indicated flash flooding developed after 3.5 to 4 inches of rain fell across the basin in 24 hours, with a significant portion of that falling during the afternoon of the 6th. Multiple roads were inundated with water from Goose Creek and also due to poor drainage, including Stevens Mill Rd and Howey Bottom Rd. Newspaper reported additional roads were closed due to flooding in other parts of the county, with more than 20 roads closed at the height of the event.

Tornado in CLEVELAND, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 09:45:00 to 06-FEB-20 09:57:00 (EST-5)
Location: LAWNDALE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS storm survey found the path of an EF1 tornado that first developed west of Lawndale in the area around W Stage Coach Trail and Church View Dr. The tornado tracked northeast from there, crossing Hicks Hill Rd, Casar Lawndale Rd, and New Bethel Church Rd. Damage was primarily limited to snapped and uprooted trees in this area, although one mobile home received minor roof damage off New Bethel Church Rd while an outbuilding was destroyed on Hicks Hill Rd. The tornado continued to snap and uproot numerous trees and tree limbs as it tracked northeast, crossing Will Dixon Rd, Warlick Rd, and Highway 18 just north of Fallston. The tornado weakened from that point as it passed into Lincoln County in the Hull Rd area.

Flash Flood in CLEVELAND, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 13:30:00 to 06-FEB-20 16:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: BOILING SPGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

A stream gauge on the Broad River near Boiling Springs indicated flash flooding developed after 4 to 6 inches of rain fell over the basin in around 24 hours, with much of that falling during the morning and into the afternoon of the 6th. The main impacts during this time were near Abes Mountain Rd, where foundations of homes were being inundated with water. The greenway near Highway 150 was also inundated. In addition to the flooding along the South Fork, multiple smaller streams overflowed their banks throughout the county, while flooding also developed due to poor drainage, especially in urban areas around Shelby. These included Little Persimmon Creek, which flooded Brook Rd and  Buffalo Creek, which caused flooding near on Antler Ct and Blevins Dr at Marshall Wolf Rd. Another was Hickory Creek, which overflowed its banks along Windsor Dr, flooding several yards, outbuildings, and threatening homes.

Tornado in MECKLENBURG, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 12:16:00 to 06-FEB-20 12:31:00 (EST-5)
Location: PINEVILLE
Tornado F-scale: EF1
Property damage: 500.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Storm Survey

NWS storm survey found a tornado damage path that began almost exactly on the NC/SC line along Nations Ford Rd west of Pineville. Trees were snapped or uprooted along its path until it reached an industrial area west of I-485 where several large buildings suffered roof damage and a wall collapsed at a building under construction. The damage in this area suggests winds of 90 to 95 mph which were the strongest winds of the event. The tornado maintained strength as it crossed I-485 and traveled across largely residential areas of southern Mecklenburg County causing scattered tree damage. At least one tree fell on a house in this area. More damage to large trees occurred along Highway 51 in Matthews east of Elizabeth Lane Elementary. The tornado weakened from there but caused more tree damage on West John St closer to the city center. Tree damage continued in scattered locations after the tornado crossed Independence Blvd and again I-485 before entering Union County.

Thunderstorm Wind in DAVIE, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 11:02:00 to 06-FEB-20 11:02:00 (EST-5)
Location: MOCKSVILLE ARPK ARPT
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Media reported the roof was blown off an outbuilding, which landed on top of and damaged an adjacent house  on Highway 801. Multiple trees and power lines were also blown down in the area.

Flood in CLEVELAND, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 16:00:00 to 07-FEB-20 12:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: BOILING SPGS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Although heavy rain tapered off across western North Carolina during the afternoon, moderate flooding persisted along the Broad River near Boiling Springs through the remainder of the 6th into the first half of the 7th. Multiple roads were inundated along the river, as were several homes, particularly in the Abes Mountain Rd area. The stream gauge at Boiling Springs reached its highest level since September of 2004.

Flash Flood in LINCOLN, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 13:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 20:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LINCOLNTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 300.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Newspaper reported flash flooding developed along the South Fork Catawba River and at least one of its tributaries after around 5 inches of rain fell across the area in 24 hours, with much of that falling during the morning and early afternoon of the 6th. The South Fork flooded multiple low lying roads and greenway areas in Lincolnton and vicinity, including Reepsville and Madison St. Muddy Creek overflowed its banks near the intersection of Gates Rd and Highway 321, flooding a vehicle detailing business and damaging or destroying multiple vehicles.

Flood in LINCOLN, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 20:00:00 to 07-FEB-20 01:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: LINCOLNTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

Although heavy rainfall tapered off across the South Fork Catawba River basin through the afternoon and into the evening, runoff from the day's excessive rainfall resulted in high water conditions persisting along the river and some of its tributaries through the evening.

Flash Flood in BURKE, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 11:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 15:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: BRINDLETOWN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

County comms and media reported localized flash flooding developed across the southeastern half of Burke County after 4.5 to 5.5 inches of rain fell in about 24 hours with much of that falling during the morning of the 6th. Multiple roads were closed several roads and private bridges damaged/washed out due to a combination of small stream flooding as well as poor drainage in urban areas. These included Nuckolls Dr Morningstar Church Rd Byrd Rd East Meadow Trail Van Horn Rd Powell Rd Antioch Rd and Powell Dr Ext.

Flood in MECKLENBURG, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 20:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 23:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: HAHN
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

Although heavy rain steadily tapered off across the Charlotte area during the afternoon into the evening  stream gauges indicated high water conditions lingered along portions of Mallard Creek Briar Creek and especially Sugar Creek through late evening.

Flood in CABARRUS, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 16:30:00 to 07-FEB-20 00:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: ROCKY RIVER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 2.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: River/Stream Gage

A stream gauge on the Rocky River above Irish Buffalo Creek indicated flooding developed mainly along tributaries of the river including Back Creek Irish Buffalo Creek and Dutch Buffalo Creek after 2 to 4 inches of rain fell across Cabarrus County in around 24 hours. Multiple roads were inundated including Stallings Rd Poplar Tent Rd Bowman-Berrier Rd Mount Pleasant Rd and Highway 200.

Flash Flood in RUTHERFORD, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 09:30:00 to 06-FEB-20 15:30:00 (EST-5)
Location: RUTHERFORDTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 5.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Media reported Mountain Creek and at least one of its tributaries overflowed its banks and inundated Miller Rd and Maple Creek Rd. More than 6 inches of rain fell across the basin in about 24 hours, with much of that falling during the morning of the 6th. Water from Mountain Creek also inundated the foundation of a mobile home along Maple Creek Rd.

Flood in HENDERSON, NORTH CAROLINA
From 06-FEB-20 15:00:00 to 06-FEB-20 20:00:00 (EST-5)
Location: MILLS RIVER
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: 911 Call Center

Although heavy rain steadily tapered off across Henderson County during the afternoon, high water conditions persisted into the evening, with multiple roads remaining closed. Meanwhile, river flooding developed along the French Broad from the Transylvania County border to the Fletcher area during this time, eventually reaching moderate stage in the Blantyre area during the evening of the 7th, and not receding below flood stage until the afternoon of the 9th.