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Flash Flood — Miller, MO

Apr 4, 2025

Multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms occurred across southern Missouri between April 4th and April 6th. The highest rainfall amounts occurred southeast of Springfield where pockets of 8-10 inches with localized amounts to 12 inches occurred. Significant flash flooding and minor to moderate river flooding occurred, especially across south central Missouri. Two flood fatalities occurred with this system in West Plains.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1252039). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Miller, MO

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

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