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Flash Flood — Franklin, MO

Apr 4, 2025

A stationary front over southern Missouri along with ample mid-level forcing, moisture, and efficient rain processes resulted in flooding across portions of east-central and southeast Missouri. Numerous roads across the St. Louis metropolitan area were impassable due to the heavy rainfall.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1243914). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Franklin, MO

This event is one of many recorded floods in Franklin County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.

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