Flooding Hits Southeast Minnesota | Minneapolis News

Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 10, 2026 · 1m

Torrential rains slammed southeast Minnesota, triggering catastrophic flooding that submerged homes, forced rescues, and left communities reeling. In Mower County, overwhelmed storm sewers turned Austin into a flood zone, with at least ten homes fully underwater and many more severely damaged. Sheriff Steve Sandvik shared harrowing accounts of residents’ terror during evacuations, calling it “their worst day.” As cleanup begins, officials warn against flooded roads and urge victims to document damage, heed safety alerts, and stay tuned for updates as recovery efforts unfold. Listen in…