Flash floods threaten parts of Midwest, Southwest
Summary
Flash floods threaten many areas in the Midwest and Southwest United States from Kansas to Arizona. Heavy rain and storms are expected to cause flooding and strong winds, affecting cities like Kansas City, St. Joseph County, and Tucson.Key Facts
- Flash flood warnings cover a large area from Illinois to Texas to Arizona.
- A level 2 of 4 flood threat is in place for areas from the Texas panhandle to central Indiana.
- St. Joseph County, Missouri, has a higher level 3 of 4 flood threat with storms expected to bring 4 to 6 inches of rain overnight.
- Rainfall and flooding risks extend from Missouri to Chicago through Wednesday morning.
- Level 2 flood threats also exist in the Southwest, including Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and parts of Texas.
- Cities under threat include Tucson, Arizona; Santa Fe, New Mexico; and Cedar City, Utah.
- Severe storms on Monday caused strong winds (70-83 mph), knocked down power lines, and prompted water rescues in the plains and Tucson.
- The flood threat in the Southwest is expected to last at least until Thursday.
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