Flash Flood — St. Clair, Missouri

2001-07-25 · near Osceola, St. Clair, Missouri

Wider weather episode

Excessive rainfall of three to five inches fell over northern and eastern portions of St. Clair County between 6 and 9 am. Occupants of a minivan went across a low water crossing that was already flooded. The van was partially washed into the creek, but the car remained upright and did not turn over. Two females, one an adult, the other a 17 month old infant, went out of their van and were swept away by the fast flowing water.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5258379. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.