Dodson Circle in Fayette County was partially washed away by swiftly flowing flood waters. | Photo by Fayette County Sheriff Byron Yerby
In the early hours of Saturday, April 5, severe storms swept through Fayette County, leaving a trail of damage in their wake. High winds and heavy rain caused trees to fall, roadways to collapse and widespread flooding across the area. As a result, all Fayette County Schools were delayed two hours on Monday, April 7, due to impassable road conditions.
Preliminary rainfall data, as reported by the Fayette County website, indicates this storm event qualifies as at least a 100-year occurrence, with the potential to be reclassified closer to a 200- year event once further analysis is complete. Reports show that there are currently 45 severely damaged roads with 20 roads completely closed to through traffic.
Residents who encounter additional road damage are encouraged to contact the county engineering office at (205) 932-6282 or report it through the Fayette County website by clicking here, and selecting “Report a Road Concern.”
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