Flash Flood in St. Francois County, Missouri

Flash Flood March 5, 2026 · St. Francois County, Missouri

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

What the National Weather Service wrote

Two to five inches of rain fell in St. Francois county in about 24 hours ending on March 5th. This rain caused Flat Creek to rise above its banks as far east as Garrett St and as far west as Camilla St. A few evacuations were required as water approached homes in these areas. Water receded by 4am.

The wider storm

Approximately 24 hours of near constant rainfall produced 2 to 5 inches of rain in southeast Missouri. This amount of rainfall caused Flat Creek to rise above its banks where it spilled into a nearby neighborhood. Evacuations were required, but no injuries or fatalities were reported.

Began near Esther (37.8400, -90.5300).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1319937. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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