ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - 40 years ago, the remnants of Hurricane Juan provided Roanoke with torrential rainfall, totaling more than 10 inches during the entirety of the event, and more than 6 inches in just a 24-hour span.

Former WDBJ7 Chief Meteorologist Robin Reed vividly remembers the Flood of 1985, and the challenges he faced as a meteorologist as he covered the event as it was unfolding.

Ava looks back at Election Day Flood of 1985

40 years pass since Flood of ‘85

Flood of ‘85 rooftop rescue remembered

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