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Heavy rain and flash flooding in northern California caused water rescues and at least one death, with significant rainfall in Redding and other areas, driven by atmospheric rivers bringing moisture from the tropics.
Heavy rain caused severe flooding in Redding, California, leading to road closures, water rescues, and one confirmed death, prompting emergency response efforts and shelter provisions for displaced residents.
Hurricane Erin caused significant flooding, water rescues, and evacuations along the New Jersey coast, particularly in Atlantic City and Ocean City, with ongoing flood threats expected into Saturday due to storm waves and the influence of the new moon, though the region is expected to clear up with improved weather over the weekend.
Heavy rainfall across multiple Midwest states caused severe flooding, leading to water rescues, power outages, and road closures, which resulted in the cancellation of the final day of the Wisconsin State Fair and other events, with significant impacts in Milwaukee and surrounding areas.
Multiple water rescues are underway in Kanawha County, West Virginia, as a result of flooding caused by a Flood Watch and a Flood Warning issued by the National Weather Service. No injuries have been reported so far, but residents in various areas, including Coopers Creek and Greendale Drive, have been affected by high water. Interstate 64 West was also reduced to one lane near the West Virginia State Capitol due to high-water issues, and neighboring counties like Roane County are experiencing similar problems.
A search and rescue mission is ongoing in Chester, Delaware County, after a 6-year-old girl, Lin'Ajah Brooker, fell into Chester Creek while playing with another child. The swift currents and debris in the water have complicated the search efforts, with emergency crews utilizing drones and thermal imaging technology. The search was suspended late at night and is set to resume in the morning, with only one child reported missing at this time.
A powerful storm system caused major flooding and road closures in San Diego County, prompting flash flood warnings and water rescues. The storm led to flooded roadways, car crashes, and water rescues across the county, with some of the worst flooding occurring in southeast San Diego. The Red Cross opened a shelter at Lincoln High School to assist displaced individuals. Numerous major roadways were closed due to flooding, and several schools dismissed students early due to power outages and flooding. Multiple water rescues were conducted in areas where individuals were trapped in floodwaters.
Flash flood warnings are in effect for Kanawha County and several other areas, with reports of water rescues and some residents being asked to evacuate.
Life-threatening flash flooding has led to evacuations and water rescues across parts of the South, particularly in western Kentucky and Tennessee. Multiple flash flood emergencies have been issued, with forecasters describing the situation as "particularly dangerous." The heavy rainfall, caused by training storms, has overwhelmed drainage systems and caused rapid flooding. More rainfall is expected, worsening the already active flooding. Areas in southeastern Missouri to northern Alabama are at a moderate risk for excessive rainfall. In Oneonta, Alabama, roads were dangerously flooded, and four people had to be rescued after attempting to drive through flooded roadways.
Over the long holiday weekend, the North Carolina coast saw an average of almost 100 people per day being rescued from rip currents, with a total of 88 water rescues on Saturday and 124 on Sunday. Carolina Beach had the highest number of rescues, followed by Wrightsville Beach and Kure Beach. On Monday, the risk for rip currents rose to high along a stretch of beach between Atlantic Beach and Ocracoke, resulting in 90 rescues. Authorities urge beachgoers to swim at lifeguard-protected beaches, never swim alone, and follow safety instructions to avoid becoming a victim of rip currents.
Hailstorms hit parts of southern Colorado, causing flooding and multiple water rescues. Drivers were stranded in flood waters, and residents were encouraged to submit their own photos and videos of the storm. The 11 Breaking Weather App is available for download for both Android and iPhone users.
Deadly severe thunderstorms and a possible tornado hit Pensacola, Florida, dumping 8-15 inches of rain in just a few hours, causing flash flooding and prompting water rescues. The National Weather Service issued Flash Flood Emergency alerts for over 100,000 people in the area. One person died when a tree fell into a home, and multiple water rescues were reported. The storms also brought ferocious winds, downing trees and power lines, and leaving 8,000 people without power. The Flash Flood Emergency expired, but more rain was expected later in the day.