
Earlier this year, much of the southern and central United States was hit by historic flooding. Lasting for more than a week between late July and early August, states including Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Illinois, and Mississippi were hit with more than 10 inches of rain in short periods. This downpour proved deadly, as more than 40 lives were taken as a result of the flooding. Kentucky, in particular, was hit especially hard, with 38 deaths occurring there alone.