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1 dead, hundreds rescued in southeastern Missouri as 1-in-1,000-year rainfall triggers catastrophic flooding
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Rubén Rosario , as published by WSVN 7 News
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points In the affected area, a significant rescue effort was undertaken, with over 200 young campers and counselors rescued by helicopter. The Missouri State Highway Patrol and the Army National Guard were involved in the rescue operations.
Catastrophic flooding has occurred in southeastern Missouri, resulting in at least one death. The flooding was triggered by heavy rainfall, with hundreds of people rescued. In the affected area, a significant rescue effort was undertaken, with over 200 young campers and counselors rescued by helicopter.
The Missouri State Highway Patrol and the Army National Guard were involved in the rescue operations. Further details on the flooding and rescue efforts are available from the source, including information on the location and circumstances of the death. The flooding has had a significant impact on the local community, with roads washed away and residents affected.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
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