• State of Emergency declared for West Virginia after historic flooding

    ByRishav Kothari

    Historic flooding in Upshur County and widespread impacts from severe thunderstorms prompted West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey to declare a State of Emergency for all 55 counties on July 21, 2026. The Sand Run stream gauge near Buckhannon rose to record levels, reportedly reaching major flood stage for the first time on record. Meanwhile, torrential rainfall totals of up to 127 mm (5 inches) in less than six hours caused flash flooding, infrastructure damage, and multiple road closures.

  • Two killed and 230 rescued as catastrophic flash floods strike Texas

    ByRishav Kothari

    At least two people were killed and 230 rescued after repeated thunderstorms produced catastrophic flash flooding across the Texas Hill Country and south-central Texas on July 16, 2026. Up to 711 mm (28 inches) of rain fell in northern Uvalde County over three days, while the Guadalupe River at Comfort rose more than 9 m (30 feet) in under three hours and crested near 11.3 m (37 feet). Texas deployed more than 2 350 emergency responders and over 1 400 response assets as flood waves moved through several river basins.

  • Woman found dead, hundreds rescued as historic floods hit Missouri

    ByRishav Kothari

    Authorities in Missouri recovered the body of a woman on July 11, 2026. The victim was reportedly swept away by floodwaters on July 10 as catastrophic flooding struck much of southeastern Missouri. Over 30 cm (12 inches) of rainfall was recorded in parts of the region in 24 hours, while the Black River rose to record heights. Hundreds of rescues were conducted across the state, with the relief operation still ongoing.

  • Missouri declares State of Emergency, historic flash floods prompt hundreds of rescues

    ByRishav Kothari

    Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe declared a State of Emergency on July 10, 2026 after historic flash floods struck parts of central, south-central, and southeastern Missouri, prompting hundreds of water rescues. Torrential rainfall of 150–300 mm (6–12 inches) in less than 24 hours overwhelmed rivers, roads, and communities, while additional flooding remains possible through the weekend.

  • Floods claim 4 lives in Madison and Jackson counties, statewide emergency declared for Kentucky

    ByRishav Kothari

    At least four fatalities were reported in Madison and Jackson counties as deadly flash floods swept across Kentucky on June 27, 2026. Governor Andy Beshear declared a statewide emergency as forecasts called for additional heavy rain and emergency crews responded to rescues, flooded homes, and damaged infrastructure. Five counties had also declared local States of Emergency.