Flash Flooding

Garry Olson, left, and Sean Boyle, both of the Spanish Lake Fire Department, rescues Victorria Adams, 25, and her 9-month-old daughter Amiri Scott, from extreme flooding engulfing The Reserve at Winding Creek apartment complex on Tuesday in Hazelwood.

St. Louis and St. Louis County need residents to report flood damage to seek federal aid

Chad Davis

, July 30, 2022

St. Louis County leaders are urging residents to report property damage caused by flash floods this week by calling 211, the United Way’s hotline to track damage. County leaders say reporting the damage will help the Federal Emergency Management Agency determine how to provide resources.

Flash floodwaters strand cars on Lindell Blvd. near Vandeventer Ave. in the Central West End neighborhood of St. Louis.

Health, Science & Environment

Flash floods again overwhelm St. Louis roads and strand residents

Kavahn Mansouri

, July 28, 2022

Two days after a record-breaking rainfall, another storm hit St. Louis, causing more flooding throughout the metro area.

First responders rescue residents of The Reserve at Winding Creek apartment complex from flooding on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, in Hazelwood.

Health, Science & Environment

If your home has flood damage, here’s what you can do next

Sarah Kellogg

, July 27, 2022

After historic flash floods hit the St. Louis region, experts say residents should take precautions when cleaning up.

A "freak" storm dumped 9 inches of rain on Granite City on Aug. 12, 2019, flooding homes and businesses.

Health, Science & Environment

Assessment Of Flooding Damage In Granite City To Happen This Weekend

Sept. 6, 2019

GRANITE CITY — Madison County officials will be taking stock this weekend of damage caused by flash flooding to Granite City homes and businesses.Last…