Unprecedented heavy rains and storms have caused significant flooding across the U.S. South and Midwest, leading to at least 18 fatalities. Key areas include Kentucky and Tennessee, where evacuations ensued due to rising river levels. Witnesses describe this situation as among the worst in memory, reflecting a deep sense of dread about continued flooding. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for major flood stages in numerous locations, further disrupting communities. Local businesses and emergency services are adapting to the crisis, highlighting the serious impact of this natural disaster.
As long as I've been alive - and I'm 52 - this is the worst I've ever seen it," said Wendy Quire, the general manager at the Brown Barrel restaurant in downtown Frankfort.
The rain just won't stop," Quire said Sunday. "It's been nonstop for days and days."
This flooding is an act of God," said Kevin Gordon, a front desk clerk at the Ashbrook Hotel in downtown Frankfort.
The National Weather Service warned Sunday that dozens of locations in multiple states were expected to reach a major flood stage, with extensive flooding of structures, roads, bridges and other critical infrastructure possible.
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