Severe Storms and Flooding Leave 18 Dead Across South and Midwest

Rivers continue to rise as communities face catastrophic flooding, infrastructure damage, and ongoing rescue efforts in the wake of prolonged extreme weather.

At least 18 people have died, including 10 in Tennessee, as severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding devastate the South and Midwest.
Record-breaking rainfall has caused rivers to swell, with major flood stages expected in dozens of locations across multiple states.
Over 500 roads in Kentucky are closed due to flooding and mudslides, while key transportation hubs in Louisville and Memphis face disruptions.
Emergency services are conducting rescue operations and infrastructure repair, but recovery efforts are expected to take weeks or longer.
The National Weather Service attributes the extreme weather to a rare atmospheric setup, with climate change intensifying the frequency and severity of such events.