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At least 16 people weather-related deaths have been reported since the start of the storms, including 10 in Tennessee.
From The Boston Globe
In hard-hit Selmer, Tennessee, a town about 90 miles east of Memphis, the tornado outbreak claimed at least three lives.
From CNN
The storm has already wreaked havoc across the South and the Midwest, killing at least eight people, including a boy who was swept away by floodwaters in Kentucky.
From The New York Times

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At least 16 dead in flooding and tornadoes as storms slash from Texas to Ohio
Another round of torrential rain and flash flooding has come for parts of the South and Midwest already heavily waterlogged by days of deadly storms.
Once-in-a-generation storm to bring tornadoes, historic flooding
A once-in-a generation extreme weather event is beginning Wednesday with a tornado outbreak and will continue into the weekend with dangerous, life-threatening flooding.
Deadly storm brings new rounds of tornadoes and flash floods, escalating risk
Friday’s tornado threat has increased and the risk for life-threatening flash flooding will continue into the weekend. Here’s where the dangerous weather will hit.
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,
Dallas weather: Rain, storms expected early Saturday
It will be a wet start to the morning on Saturday as storms move in overnight and will stick around. The storms are expected to bring a hail threat to parts of our area along with flooding chances to the east and northeast.
Severe weather outbreak spawns EF3 tornadoes, one of the worst days for storms since 1986
It's been a long week of severe weather with a major tornado outbreak Wednesday night bringing at least 2 EF3 tornadoes.
Rivers in Central U.S. Swell Rapidly as Storm Inundates Region
The rising water levels have prompted rescues and road closures. The storm, which has already wreaked havoc across the South and the Midwest, doesn’t show signs of letting up.
At least 16 people dead as storms slash across South and Midwest
Day after day of heavy rains have pounded the central U.S., rapidly swelling waterways and prompting a series of flash flood emergencies from Texas to Ohio.
Boy Swept Away by Raging Waters in Kentucky as Rain Soaks Central U.S.
Waters continued to rise in communities from Arkansas to Michigan as the storm, which has killed at least eight, drenched the region. More tornadoes were also possible.
Weather: State, city officials ask public to be prepared in midst of heavy rain, flooding
The National Weather Service issued flood warnings, which mean that flooding is imminent or already occurring, for areas in Greater Cincinnati.
Indianapolis flood watch remains in effect through Sunday, with 3-5 inches of rain predicted
Indianapolis storms bring chance of flooding through Sunday. Meteorologists predict Central Indiana will see another 3 to 5 inches of rain by this weekend. Indy residents can report flood waters to Citizens Energy Group.
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Update: Flood warning in place for Lenawee and Monroe counties until early Sunday evening, minor flooding is projected
EDT the National Weather Service released an updated flood warning in effect until Sunday at 4 p.m. EDT for Lenawee and Monroe counties.
Flash flood warning in place for Dallas and Tarrant counties until Saturday morning, says the NWS
The NWS Fort Worth TX issued a flash flood warning at 4:42 a.m. on Saturday in effect until 7:45 a.m. for Dallas and Tarrant counties.
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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.
Road in Canton, Michigan closes after collapsing due to flooding
The Canton Department of Public Safety said Canton Center Road, south of Joy Road, at Willow Creek is closed in both directions.
Boy’s death in Kentucky flooding raises questions about why school district didn’t cancel classes
A 9-year-old Kentucky boy who died in floodwaters while walking to catch his school bus is being remembered by his teacher as the “sweetest, kindest boy.”
Live: Flooding in Morgan, Monroe, Owen, Brown closes roads, travel warnings issued
Owen County’s EMA director Jack White said Owen County residents can pick up sandbags from the county highway department, 2032 N. US Hwy 231, in anticipation of continued rain. Owen County remains under an “orange” travel warning; residents are asked to only travel for “essential” purposes.
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