Flooding risk remains as deadly storms move from the Midwest to the mid-Atlantic
Summary
Deadly storms have caused heavy rain, flooding, and deaths across the Midwest and mid-Atlantic regions, especially in Indiana. Flood watches remain in several states, and officials warn of continued rain and possible flash flooding until a cold front moves weather off the East Coast.Key Facts
- Thunderstorms, heavy rain, and flash flooding have affected the Midwest to the mid-Atlantic.
- At least seven people have died in Indiana due to the storms that began on August 11.
- A 31-year-old cyclist died after falling into a hole caused by a washed-out road in Henry County, Indiana.
- Flood watches are in effect in West Virginia, southeast Ohio, and northeast Kentucky through Monday evening.
- Over 106,000 utility customers in Indiana were without power Monday morning, down from about 300,000 at the peak.
- The National Weather Service expects more heavy rain and thunderstorms before a cold front clears the region on Tuesday.
- Roads and bridges in Indiana have been seriously damaged or washed out due to flooding.
- Severe storms have caused damage from Illinois to western Pennsylvania, with potential severe weather in eastern Tennessee and western North Carolina.
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