Flooding across the South and Midwest United States is expected to persist for days, with forecasts predicting torrential rain that has already resulted in the deaths of at least 18 individuals. Impacts have been felt from Texas to Ohio, prompting utility companies to shut off power and gas as rivers continue to rise dramatically. Notably, the National Weather Service has indicated that critical infrastructure, including roads and bridges, may encounter significant flooding. The storms have led to many flight cancellations and delays, exacerbating concerns in already stricken communities due to reduced staffing at weather offices from cuts made during the Trump administration.
Forecasters have warned that a combination of torrential rains continues to threaten already waterlogged areas across the southern and midwestern United States, impacting lives and infrastructure.
The National Weather Service reported that extensive flooding is likely, with key infrastructure at risk; local utilities are responding by shutting off power and gas.
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