Severe Flooding in Southeast Leaves At Least 9 Dead

Severe storms have caused torrential rain and flooding across the southeastern United States, particularly impacting Kentucky, where at least nine fatalities have been reported. Among the victims were a mother and her 7-year-old child whose car was swept away in Hart County. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear confirmed that President Trump approved disaster relief funding to aid recovery efforts, as the National Weather Service reported up to six inches of rain in parts of the region. The flooding has also led to power outages affecting approximately 39,000 households. Additionally, tornado watches have been issued for parts of Florida and Georgia, while the Northern Plains are experiencing dangerously low temperatures. Local officials warn that the flooding effects may persist long after the rain has stopped.