Flood emergency hits Arkansas after months of rain falls in a few hours

Category: Weather

Flash flooding in Arkansas and Missouri led to evacuations and significant damage, including a washed-out bridge, after 6 to 11 inches of rain fell in just a few hours. A rare flash flood emergency was declared for around 5,000 residents, with at least 30 homes and a nursing facility evacuated. The extreme rainfall is linked to climate change, with such events becoming more frequent.

Keywords: Flash Flooding, Arkansas, Missouri

Source: CNN

Update At: 7/22/2024

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