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Watch: Utah Family’s Desperate Fight Against Floodwaters
Intense thunderstorms unleashed a deluge on Utah, transforming multiple communities into flooded nightmares.
Orem bore the brunt of the storm, with a family narrowly escaping as floodwaters crashed through their home.
The downpour was accompanied by severe hail, with some areas accumulating up to five feet of ice, blocking entrances and overwhelming garages.
Basements and ground floors across the region were inundated, prompting officials to classify the event as a “greater-than-100-year storm.”
Even the Orem Skate Park was transformed into a temporary lake, showcasing the sheer force of the water.
Significant flooding has impacted multiple areas throughout St. Louis, Missouri, causing widespread disruption and damage.
Heavy rainfall over recent hours has led to swollen rivers, overwhelmed storm drains, and flooded streets, leaving parts of the city and surrounding communities submerged.
Many neighborhoods in St. Louis are experiencing road closures as floodwaters make some streets impassable.
Emergency services have been responding to calls for assistance from residents stranded in their homes or vehicles, while local authorities have urged drivers to avoid any roads covered in water. Numerous vehicles have already been abandoned due to stalled engines and rising waters.
Reports indicate that several businesses and residential properties have been affected by water damage, with basements, parking garages, and lower floors flooding in low-lying areas.
In some neighborhoods, floodwaters have reached several feet, posing risks to both property and public safety. Local officials have opened temporary shelters for those displaced by the rising waters, and utility crews are on standby to address potential power outages in affected areas.
The National Weather Service has issued flood warnings for the St. Louis area, advising residents to monitor weather updates and stay alert for any changes in conditions.
Flash flooding remains a concern, as the saturated ground and overwhelmed drainage systems are expected to exacerbate any additional rainfall.
As emergency crews work tirelessly to manage the situation, authorities are urging the public to stay off the roads, seek higher ground if necessary, and remain indoors until conditions improve.
Residents in flood-prone areas have been advised to prepare for potential evacuation and secure belongings that could be affected by water damage.