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Historic Atmospheric River Set to Deliver Life-Threatening Floods Across Central U.S.

A stalled storm system fueled by tropical moisture is expected to bring four months’ worth of rain in five days, with flood watches in effect for multiple states.

An aerial view of the Los Angeles River swollen by storm runoff as a powerful long-duration atmospheric river storm, the second in less than a week, continues to impact Southern California on February 5, 2024, in Los Angeles, California.
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FILE- In this May 22, 2011 file photo, emergency personnel walk through a severely damaged neighborhood after a tornado hit Joplin, Mo. (AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein, File)

Overview

  • The atmospheric river is forecasted to bring unprecedented rainfall, with some areas receiving over a foot of rain from April 2 to April 5, 2025.
  • Flood watches have been issued across Arkansas, Tennessee, Missouri, Kentucky, Illinois, Indiana, and other states by the National Weather Service.
  • Rainfall rates exceeding several inches per hour are anticipated, leading to rapid flash flooding and significant rises in major rivers, including the Ohio and Tennessee.
  • Meteorologists warn the stalled storm system will result in prolonged rainfall, increasing the risk of life-threatening flooding in affected areas.
  • Officials urge residents to finalize preparations, monitor warnings, and prepare for power outages as the storm begins today.