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Missouri Floods Force State Emergency | Kansas City News
Missouri’s governor has declared a state of emergency as flash floods sweep through the state, with some areas getting 6 to 12 inches of rain in just 24 hours—triggering swift-water rescues and forcing residents near rivers to flee to higher ground. With more heavy rain forecast through the weekend, state agencies including Missouri Task Force One—deployed with 50 rescuers and boats—are stepping up to assist local teams. The National Weather Service warns that even shallow water is deadly, and drivers must never attempt to cross flooded roads. Tragically, many flood deaths occur inside…
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