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Flash Flood Emergency in Iron County | Kansas City News
Flash flood emergency declared across Iron County and northeast Reynolds County as catastrophic rainfall swells rivers and swamps roads—Viburnum, Annapolis, Johnson’s Shut-Ins, and Taum Sauk Mountain State Parks are ground zero. Up to nine inches of rain fell Friday, with more on the way, triggering rescues, road closures, and stranded campers. Authorities urge immediate evacuation to higher ground as water rises four to five feet, schools open as shelters, and state aid requested to pull people from trees and flooded zones. This is a fast-moving, life-threatening situation with no signs of…
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