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More Storms Forecast to Hit Midwest That’s Already Been Devastated by Widespread Floods

More Storms Forecast to Hit , Midwest That’s Already Been Devastated , by Widespread Floods. NBC reports that communities across the Midwest have been devastated by days of flooding, with more storms forecast to hit later in the week. Recovery efforts and evacuations are taking place amid an extreme heat wave, with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit predicted in some impacted areas. Over 220,000 people were left without power from the storms, according to PowerOutage.com. . As of the morning of June 26, 24 rivers have been classified as being in a major flood stage, with at least two other rivers expected to join them. . On June 25, entire communities in Minnesota were left submerged amid widespread flooding. . According to local officials, the Rapidan Dam, near Mankato, Minnesota, is at risk of "imminent failure.". At the same time, FEMA teams have been dispatched to six counties in Iowa that have been impacted by flooding. . President Joe Biden announced a major disaster in the state, making federal funds available to Iowan individuals and businesses affected by the flooding. President Joe Biden announced a major disaster in the state, making federal funds available to Iowan individuals and businesses affected by the flooding. NBC reports that more storms are on the way, with Missouri expected to experience the worst of it on the evening of June 26. . Severe winds are forecast to impact an estimated 61 million people in an area crossing from New York to Kentucky, in addition to large hail and isolated tornadoes. . Severe winds are forecast to impact an estimated 61 million people in an area crossing from New York to Kentucky, in addition to large hail and isolated tornadoes.

Severe Weather Causes Thousands of Americans to Lose Power

Severe Weather Causes , Thousands of Americans to Lose Power. The past few days have brought deadly tornadoes and storms across the country, BBC reports. Over Memorial Day weekend, at least 23 people were killed, and hundreds more were injured. Approximately 200,000 people still have no power, BBC reports. . Kentucky had the most outages, leaving over 80,000 homes without power. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has declared a state of emergency, referencing the "devastating storms that hit almost the entire state.". Texas Governor Greg Abbott said that over a third of the state's counties were in a state of disaster from the extreme weather. The National Weather Service (NWS) warns that severe weather may continue until May 29. Flash flooding, "significant damaging wind and large hail" is expected throughout northern and central Texas, as well as southern Oklahoma. Flash flooding, "significant damaging wind and large hail" is expected throughout northern and central Texas, as well as southern Oklahoma. The East Coast, particularly New York to Maryland, could experience thunderstorms and heavy rain. These disasters come as forecasters predict an "extraordinary" Atlantic hurricane season commencing in June.