At Least 100 Are Rescued After Heavy Rain in Missouri

Governor Mike Kehoe declared a state of emergency in southeastern Missouri after overnight rainfall reached up to one foot. The Missouri Department of Public Safety reported that crews rescued over 100 people from floodwaters as of Friday afternoon. Rescue operations remain ongoing as additional storms are forecasted for the region, necessitating continued emergency response efforts to ensure public safety amidst the severe weather conditions affecting the southern part of the state.