SUMMARY: Heavy rains have caused major flooding throughout the St. Louis region, especially in St. Peters, where parks and walkways are submerged. Woodland Sports Park and Long Wolf Park are closed due to high water, with parking lots and fields underwater. Deer Creek near Brentwood is also affected, with one resident canoeing over a flooded path. Rivers and creeks are over flood stage, and more rain is expected. The National Weather Service warns that some rivers could crest at over 30 feet. A flood watch remains in effect across Missouri and Illinois counties in the region through Sunday night.

Torrential rainfall and flooding have been common around the St. Louis region the last several days, including in St. Peters.

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SUMMARY: As heavy rains continue to pummel the St. Louis area, residents are scrambling to protect their homes. Manuel Moore and his niece joined others collecting free sandbags from the Department of Highways and Transportation. With drains clogged by debris, flooding worsened in neighborhoods like Alvette, where Molina Jackson’s basement was inundated. In Ferguson, a man had to be rescued from high water under a bridge. Cold Water Creek remains a major concern. Elizabeth Redk, still shaken by recent tornado damage, also stocked up. To meet demand, new sandbag sites will open April 7 in Ellisville and on Kors Lane—bring your own shovel.

Some homeowners took advantage of free sandbags from the highway department, in an effort to avoid any flood damage to their homes. Additional pickup locations will be opening in the St. Louis area.
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SUMMARY: Arnold is facing heavy rain amidst ongoing tornado rebuilding efforts. Residents, like Sammy Thomas, are concerned about further damage to homes, with many relying on tarps for temporary protection. Thomas’s home, damaged by a March 14 EF2 tornado, remains vulnerable as rain could worsen roof damage. Nearby, the Marramac River flooding and a fallen tree have made some homes unlivable. Thomas is especially worried about the creek in her backyard, which has become dangerously full from the rain. Despite their efforts to reinforce tarps, residents remain anxious as the stormy weather continues.

At Arnold Jaycees Skate Park around 5:15 p.m. on Friday, water was rushing over the paths and through the middle of the space right off Old Lemay Ferry Road.

Some of the hardest hit homes in Jefferson County were near that park after the March 14 tornadoes. They’re now also suffering from heavy rain all while rebuilding is still in the very early stages.

See the full story here: https://www.ksdk.com/article/news/arnold-storm-damage-tornado-rain/63-68f5c4d6-8575-4c13-9337-ac729d5aa893

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