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Flash Flood — Christian, MO

May 19, 2025

A strong storm system pushed into the area during the afternoon of May 19, 2025 and persisted into the evening and overnight hours.�� This system produced 8 tornadoes across the area, along with widespread wind damage and between 1 and 5 inches of rainfall.�� The intense rainfall led to some localized flash flooding, areal flooding and river flooding.

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 1261032). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

Flood Risk Context for Christian, MO

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