Midwest Battles Severe Flooding as Heat Wave Moves South

Iowa bridge collapse and South Dakota fatality highlight widespread flood damage, while record temperatures shift to Southern Plains.

A railroad bridge in North Sioux City, Iowa, collapsed due to heavy rain and flooding, with no reported casualties.
South Dakota experienced severe flooding, leading to at least one death and multiple highway closures.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds declared a disaster for 21 counties and requested federal assistance for flood recovery.
Record-breaking heat over the weekend is expected to move to the Southern Plains, bringing potentially dangerous conditions.
Several rivers in the Midwest remain at major flood stage, with more rain expected in the coming days.