Showers and Storms in the East; Dangerously Hot and Dry in the West

A front will bring scattered showers and storms to portions of the Central and Eastern US. Severe storms are expected in parts of the Great Plains and Ozarks today. Meanwhile, dangerous heat will intensify across the Desert Southwest and Intermountain West. Elevated wildfire conditions will develop across portions of the Northern/Central Plains and air quality issues will persist in the Northwest. Read More >

Overview

On the afternoon and evening of September 19, a line of thunderstorms moved through western Missouri, including the Kansas City Metro area. Reports of 3 to 4 inches of rain were received across the area. There was some damage from thunderstorm winds, but most of it was pretty minor. The more noteworthy aspect of this event was the localized flash flooding in the downtown portions of Kansas City. Brush Creek experienced some flash flooding, and several cars were submerged in Westport.

Observed precipitation taking place on September 19, 2013. Notice the 3 inch areas right over the Kansas City Metro. This heavy rain caused much of the flooding experienced in the downtown and Westport areas.

Flooding

Flooding

Flooding Photos


Vehicles drive through flooded roads in the Westport area. Many of these vehicles got stuck in the water, prompting emergency rescues.	Vehicles drive through flooded roads in the Westport area. Many of these vehicles got stuck in the water, prompting emergency rescues.	Vehicles drive through flooded roads in the Westport area. Many of these vehicles got stuck in the water, prompting emergency rescues.