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After days of sustained, heavy rainfall, some rivers in central Ohio are at flood stage. See where it's happening and how much rain the region has seen.
From The Columbus Dispatch
A storm system sweeping over large areas of the U.S. South and Midwest resulted in at least 16 weather-related deaths by early Sunday, with overnight tornado and flash flood warnings setting up more ...
From HuffPost
Heavy rains, damaging winds and dangerous floods have ravaged the South and the Midwest for days, killing at least 18 people.
From The New York Times

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Floods in Ohio? Here's where Columbus-area rivers stand after days of heavy rainfall
After days of sustained, heavy rainfall, some rivers in central Ohio are at flood stage. See where it's happening and how much rain the region has seen.
Swollen rivers flood towns in US South after dayslong deluge of rain
Cities ordered evacuations and rescue crews in inflatable boats checked on residents in Kentucky and Tennessee, while utilities shut off power and gas in a region stretching from Texas to Ohio.
Rising rivers threaten South, Midwest after barrage of rain and tornadoes; at least 18 dead
A storm system has resulted in 18 deaths in the South and Midwest, with overnight tornado and flash flood warnings. Forecasters say waterways may rise for days.
At Least 16 Dead In Flooding And Tornadoes As Storms Slash U.S. South And Midwest
A storm system sweeping over large areas of the U.S. South and Midwest has resulted in at least 16 weather-related deaths, with overnight tornado and flash flood warnings setting up more severe weather.
At least 16 dead in flooding and tornadoes as storms slash from Texas to Ohio
Another round of torrential rain and flash flooding came Saturday for parts of the South and Midwest already heavily waterlogged by days of severe storms that also spawned deadly tornadoes.
What to know about the severe storms and flash flooding hitting parts of the US
At least 16 people have been killed in a wide swath of violent storms, flooding and tornadoes that hit the South and Midwest.
What to Know About the Destructive Spring Storm System
Heavy rains, damaging winds and dangerous floods have ravaged the South and the Midwest for days, killing at least 18 people.
22 million people at risk for severe weather from line of violent storms that has already left at least 16 dead
About 22 million people are at risk for severe storms Sunday, stretching from central North Carolina southwestward to the central Gulf Coast, according to the Storm Prediction Center.
Residents Exhausted From Dayslong Storm Are Desperate for a Break
The storm inundating a large stretch of the South and Midwest has wreaked havoc since Wednesday. But heavy rain and flooding are likely to ease considerably by Monday.
Extreme rainfall brings life-threatening flooding to parts of central US already slammed by storms
As communities in the central US grapple with widespread devastation from a line of deadly storms that spawned dozens of tornadoes this week, forecasters are warning of another grave threat to the region: relentless rain into the weekend,
How much rainfall has Columbus had? How much more will we get?
Over 2.8 inches of rain have fallen in Columbus in the past 48 hours, according to the National Weather Service. Cincinnati has seen 3.26 inches.
Potentially Catastrophic Flooding From Extreme Rainfall And Severe Weather Pummeling South, Ohio Valley
Life-threatening flash flooding will continue and major river flooding will develop from the South into the Ohio Valley this weekend. Severe storms could also produce tornadoes, wind damage and large hail,
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Two Memphis-area attractions are closed after record breaking rainfall
As the Mid-South recovers from five days of severe weather and heavy rainfall, some Memphis-area attractions are closed, dealing with floodwaters and repairs from the storms.
How much did it rain in Louisville? | Extreme Rainfall Totals
In the city of Louisville itself, nearly 7 inches of rain fell, causing significant disruption. Streets were transformed into fast-moving rivers, with cars submerged and people forced to seek higher ground.
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Map Shows Cities That Could See Record Rainfall From Atmospheric River
NWS office in Paducah, Kentucky, in a flood watch: "Showers and storms through today produced 1 to 4 inches of rainfall across the Quad State. With another 5 to 9 inches of rainfall forecast through Sunday, a particularly dangerous flooding and flash flooding situation is expected."
How much rain did we get? Check local rainfall amounts in Greater Cincinnati and NKY
The National Weather Service says several inches of rain have already occurred over the past couple of days and more rainfall is on the way.
Floodwall gates taken down in Columbus after heavy rainfall
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Two floodwalls were activated in Columbus on Saturday as central Ohio continues to see steady rainfall this weekend. One wall was installed at Greenlawn Avenue near Interstate 71 due to continued heavy rainfall. Another wall was installed at Harmon Avenue near Frank Road. Both walls are in the Franklinton neighborhood.
Here are the estimated rainfall totals for Evansville and the Tri-State as of Saturday
The National Weather Service has compiled estimated rainfall totals for Evansville and the Tri-State since Wednesday.
Memphis area hit with record rainfall: See how much rain fell across the Mid-South
Memphis and areas around the Mid-South saw record rainfall Saturday, leading to flooding and rising river levels.
Nashville flooding map: See where waters are on the rise as rainfall continues in Middle Tennessee
Flooding is the major concern for communities in Tennessee as heavy rain lingers. Find out where rivers are flooding with our flood map.
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Rainfall Totals Pass 10 Inches Across The Region
It turns out the National Weather Service will not be far off on the rainfall totals they projected for much of the area as the storm system that has saturated the area began its approach back in
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