
Torrential and record-breaking rainfall caused widespread flash flooding in the St. Louis area Tuesday morning.
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Record rainfall causes widespread flash flooding near St. Louis, including on I-70
Torrential and record-breaking rainfall caused widespread flash flooding in the St. Louis area Tuesday morning, submerging vehicles on streets, forcing rescues from homes and cars and spurring numerous road closures, including part of Interstate 70, officials said.

