As a result , Cuba experienced flash flooding in mountainous areas as Katrina moved across the country .
The highest observed 24 - hour precipitation total in Cuba was 13.03 inches ( 331 mm ) , while rainfall in the nation peaked at 15.74 inches ( 400 mm ) .
Cuba experienced flash flooding in mountainous areas as Katrina moved across the country .
The highest observed 24 - hour precipitation total in Cuba was 13.03 inches ( 331 mm ) , while rainfall in the nation peaked at 15.74 inches ( 400 mm ) .