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Cullowhee flood damage

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  • The flood of 1940 in Cullowhee, North Carolina occurred on August 13th as a result of a southeast hurricane. Flood waters and landslides damaged several homes and structures, and produced casualties. Photographs dated August 30th display the aftermath of the flood in Cullowhee. This photograph shows the effects of the flood in the countryside.