Tropical Storm — Columbus, North Carolina

Event narrative (NOAA)

Hurricane Matthew moved up the eastern seaboard, bringing very heavy rain and wind to the region. The peak wind for the county occurred at Whiteville, with a measured gust of 59 mph. Tropical storm force winds and flooded ground caused widespread tree and power line damage. Trees fell across some roadways to include Madison Street. Rainfall was substantial, with amounts ranging from 8 to 13 inches and as much as 18 inches. Major river flooding occurred in the western portion of the county along the Lumber River, particularly in the town of Fair Bluff where 85 percent of the town was under water resulting in massive evacuations. Highways 701, 74, and 130 all experienced lengthy road closures due to flooding. The Crusoe Island community, south of Lake Waccamaw experienced significant floodin

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