Historic rainfall in St. Louis leaves cars stranded on flooded streets and residents fleeing homes

St. Louis, Missouri, experienced historic rainfall Tuesday when a storm dumped more than eight inches of rain in the city.

St. Louis, Missouri, experienced historic rainfall Tuesday when a storm dumped more than 8 inches of rain, leading to widespread flash flooding that left motorists stranded and residents fleeing their homes.

Thunderstorms developed overnight Monday through Tuesday morning, resulting in the heavy rainfall and gusty winds.

By early Tuesday, the city had seen 8.06 inches of rain, surpassing the previous record of 6.85 inches Aug. 20, 1915, according to the National Weather Service of St. Louis.

At least six people and six dogs had to be rescued via boat from flooded homes, the St. Louis Fire Department said. Firefighters responded to about 18 homes due to substantial flooding. More than a dozen people chose to shelter in place, it tweeted.

Numerous roads were also closed in the St. Louis metropolitan area, including parts of Interstate 70. Video showed cars stranded on the flooded interstate and firefighters rescuing drivers from their vehicles.

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/weather/historic-rainfall-st-louis-leaves-cars-stranded-flooded-streets-reside-rcna39997


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