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Hurricane Irene’s Lasting Flood Impact | Albany News
Hurricane Irene in 2011 unleashed catastrophic flooding, especially along Schoharie Creek, with record water levels and over a foot of rain in some areas. Heavy downpours across the Capital Region, like East Jewett’s six inches, turned into prolonged disasters as runoff kept rivers rising—delaying peak floodwaters until days later. Communities scrambled for generators and evacuations amid mudslides and unstable ground, with recovery stretching years. A brutal reminder of nature’s power and the long-lasting scars left by major storms. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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