A severe storm system has been impacting the central and southeastern United States for over five days, resulting in fatalities and significant damage across 19 states. Characterized by strong winds, abundant moisture, and unstable atmospheric conditions, the storms have brought heavy rainfall, particularly in regions like Kentucky and Tennessee, with reported totals exceeding 15 inches. As the storm shifts eastward toward the Atlantic coast, rivers and streams are at risk of continued flooding due to saturated ground conditions, which will prolong the disruption already felt by impacted communities.
Heavy rains and strong winds have impacted 19 U.S. states, causing devastating flooding and tornadoes from Texas to Ohio, with continued risk as the storm shifts eastward.
The storms have left communities reeling, with areas like Benton, Kentucky, recording over 15 inches of rain and Memphis experiencing similar extremes.
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