Historic Flooding Grips Central U.S. as Ohio River Nears Record Crest in Louisville

Communities across multiple states face ongoing devastation with at least 24 confirmed deaths and a new storm system threatening further hazards.

The Ohio River in Louisville, Kentucky, is expected to crest at nearly 37 feet, making it one of the city's worst floods in history.
At least 24 people have died across seven states, including Kentucky, Tennessee, Missouri, and Arkansas, due to the historic flooding.
A stalled storm system caused over 16 inches of rain in four days, overwhelming river systems and resulting in a 100-to-1,000-year rainfall event.
Officials warn of continued flooding risks as rivers remain above flood stage and additional storms threaten recovery efforts in the region.
Experts link the intensity of the flooding to climate change, which has increased the frequency of extreme rainfall events in the U.S.