November 6th 2024.
According to the Wright County Clerk, the recent deaths caused by the heavy rainfall in Midwestern America are a devastating loss for the country. The torrential rain, which resulted in flooding, took the lives of two poll workers who were dedicated citizens that believed in fair and honest elections.
The state of Missouri was hit the hardest by the storm, receiving eight inches of rain overnight on Monday. The intense rainfall caused widespread flooding and numerous water rescues throughout the state. One of the tragedies occurred at Beaver Creek, where a man and a woman, aged 70 and 73, were swept away in their car by the swift waters. It was around 4:30 am when the state patrol received the distress call, and unfortunately, the bodies of the two individuals were found four hours later.
The Wright County Clerk, Loni Pedersen, expressed her sorrow and called it a tragic loss for the county. She also mentioned the neighboring states of Arkansas and Oklahoma, which were also hit by severe storms on Monday. However, Missouri seemed to be the most affected, with reports of two more deaths in the St. Louis County area.
In one incident, firefighters were called to a submerged SUV in deep waters, where they discovered the body of a woman. In another incident, a man's body was pulled out of a creek. Fortunately, in both cases, there were no other casualties. The fire crews were also able to rescue 10 people from flooded vehicles in the area.
The storms in Missouri came just a day after Arkansas and Oklahoma were struck by four tornados. Although there were no deaths reported, 11 people were injured, and assessments are currently underway. Despite the severe weather, polling stations were not affected, as confirmed by Keli Cain, spokesperson for the Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management.
The recent events have left the community in shock and mourning. The loss of lives is a tragic reminder of the power of nature and the importance of being prepared for severe weather conditions. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families of the victims, and we hope for a speedy recovery for those who were injured. Let us all come together and support each other during this difficult time.
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