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A Maryland county experienced an intense flash flood caused by heavy rainfall, leading to over 100 rescue calls in two hours, unprecedented in the region, with significant water rescues and road closures, but no injuries reported.
Rare Flash Flood Emergencies were issued in Texas and New Orleans as severe weather brought heavy rain, reported tornadoes, and damaging winds to the South. The National Weather Service extended the Flash Flood Emergency for New Orleans, with over 7 inches of rain falling. Flash Flood Emergencies were also issued in East Texas, where a foot of rain caused major flooding. Multiple water rescues were conducted, and the South, previously facing drought, is now experiencing a rain surplus.
Western Kentucky, including the town of Mayfield, is experiencing life-threatening flooding due to heavy rainfall, with 4 to 6 inches already fallen in just a few hours. Roads are swamped, homes are surrounded by water, and several water rescues have been conducted. A Flash Flood Emergency has been declared, and more rain is expected. No injuries or deaths have been reported, but authorities anticipate further flooding. The region is still recovering from a devastating tornado that struck in 2021.
Heavy rain and major flood concerns continue in the tri-state area, with parts of New Jersey and the Hudson Valley experiencing flash flood emergencies. Another wave of heavy rain is expected to target New York City, Long Island, Westchester, and Fairfield County, with flood watches issued. Morning commutes may be difficult, and working from home is advised. The severe storms on Sunday caused fatalities, flooded homes, and led to road closures and suspension of transit services. The full extent of the damage is yet to be determined.
Fort Lauderdale and parts of South Florida are experiencing severe flooding due to a once-in-a-half-century rainfall event, with 10 to 14 inches of rain falling across the area and an additional two to four inches possible. A flash flood emergency has been issued for portions of South Florida, including Fort Lauderdale, with the National Weather Service warning of a particularly dangerous situation and urging people to move to higher ground. The flooding has led to impassable roadways, abandoned vehicles, and the closure of the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Emergency for parts of Spalding County due to the imminent failure of Head's Creek Reservoir dam. Immediate evacuations have been ordered for areas downstream from the reservoir, including West McIntosh Road, Vaughan Road, West Ellis Road, Moon Road, and may impact Highway 16 after the creek drains into the Flint River.