The remnants of Tropical Storm Floyd moved into southern New England Thursday night (9/16/99) and then across eastern New England Friday, September 17th. Strong winds combined with saturated soils from heavy rain resulted in many trees and power lines being blown down.
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The remnants of Tropical Storm Floyd moved into southern New England Thursday night (9/16/99) and then across eastern New England Friday, September 17th. Strong winds combined with saturated soils from heavy rain resulted in many trees and power lines being blown down. Countywide, trees fell on several cars. Approximately 5000 people were without power in and around the towns of Stowe and Morrisville...with numerous power outages reported elsewhere in the county. A large tent was damaged at the car show in Stowe. Most schools in Lamoille county were closed on Friday. Hiking trails were damaged due to trees blown over and blocking them. The strongest wind reported was an estimated 52 knots (60 mph) in Stowe. Rainfall across the county associated with the remnants of Floyd was 5 to 7 inches but higher in the mountains. The highest amount was on top of Mt mansfield with 11.38 inches..
The national radar mosaic for the moment the first event began.
1 high wind. Local standard time, as filed.
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