More Storms Forecast to Hit Midwest That’s Already Been Devastated by Widespread Floods

Video Credit: Wibbitz Top Stories
Published on June 26, 2024 - Duration: 01:30s

More Storms Forecast to Hit Midwest That’s Already Been Devastated by Widespread Floods

More Storms Forecast to Hit , Midwest That’s Already Been Devastated , by Widespread Floods.

NBC reports that communities across the Midwest have been devastated by days of flooding, with more storms forecast to hit later in the week.

Recovery efforts and evacuations are taking place amid an extreme heat wave, with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit predicted in some impacted areas.

Over 220,000 people were left without power from the storms, according to PowerOutage.com.

.

As of the morning of June 26, 24 rivers have been classified as being in a major flood stage, with at least two other rivers expected to join them.

.

On June 25, entire communities in Minnesota were left submerged amid widespread flooding.

.

According to local officials, the Rapidan Dam, near Mankato, Minnesota, is at risk of "imminent failure.".

At the same time, FEMA teams have been dispatched to six counties in Iowa that have been impacted by flooding.

.

President Joe Biden announced a major disaster in the state, making federal funds available to Iowan individuals and businesses affected by the flooding.

President Joe Biden announced a major disaster in the state, making federal funds available to Iowan individuals and businesses affected by the flooding.

NBC reports that more storms are on the way, with Missouri expected to experience the worst of it on the evening of June 26.

.

Severe winds are forecast to impact an estimated 61 million people in an area crossing from New York to Kentucky, in addition to large hail and isolated tornadoes.

.

Severe winds are forecast to impact an estimated 61 million people in an area crossing from New York to Kentucky, in addition to large hail and isolated tornadoes.


You are here


💡 newsR Knowledge: Other News Mentions


New York City

Most populous city in the United States
A banana duct-taped to a wall has sold for $6.2m (£4.9m) at an auction in New York.
1 day ago • Sky News
Alec Baldwin was absent from today's "Rust" premiere, hanging out instead in NYC this week -- as the film's opening focused on honoring cinematographer Halyna..
Credit: TMZ.com - Published 2 days ago

Paul Mescal can't believe his eyes after meeting his official doppelgänger ... who nabbed the title earlier this month in Ireland in a look-alike competition...
Credit: TMZ.com - Published 2 days ago



Missouri

U.S. state
Patrick Mahomes has taken steps to ensure he's not the victim of a home burglary again ... TMZ Sports has learned he's beefed up security at his massive Missouri..
Credit: TMZ.com - Published 1 week ago

Patrick Mahomes is clearly peeved over the burglary that went down at his Missouri mansion last month ... he just told reporters the whole situation is..
Credit: TMZ.com - Published 1 week ago

You might like