Midwest Faces Severe Flooding and Dam Failures
Historic floods impact multiple states, with Minnesota's Rapidan Dam partially collapsing and significant property damage reported.
- Rivers in the Upper Midwest are reaching their highest levels in a decade, causing widespread flooding.
- The partial collapse of Minnesota's Rapidan Dam has led to the destruction of nearby homes and infrastructure.
- States like Iowa, South Dakota, and Minnesota are experiencing severe weather, including tornadoes and hailstorms.
- Hundreds of homes have been damaged or destroyed, and multiple fatalities have been reported due to the floods.
- Local communities and authorities are undertaking emergency measures and recovery efforts amid ongoing severe weather threats.