St. Louis experienced historic rainfall early Tuesday morning when a storm dumped more than eight inches of rain in the city, leading to widespread flash flooding that left motorists stranded and residents fleeing their homes.
showed cars stranded on the flooded interstate and firefighters rescuing drivers from their vehicles.
The rain prompted a flash flood emergency for St. Louis County and St. Louis City. Flash flood warnings continued for St. Louis, Chesterfield, and University City through 9:30 a.m. local time, according to the weather service.In nearby Maryland Heights, residents were urged to avoid traveling during the storm.
"Many roadways in our area are flooded and closed. Other roadways are at a standstill due [to] heavy traffic since drivers are trying to figure out alternative routes," the"Lt. Governor Kehoe has also been briefed on the situation and is ready to act on my behalf, if needed, while I am on our international trade mission," he said in a statement.
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