Devastating storms have swept through the southern and midwestern United States, with deadly rains causing rivers to swell and flood towns. At least 21 fatalities have been reported in the affected regions. In Carroll County, residents face mandatory evacuations following the accidental release of water at Dix Dam. Communities in Kentucky, particularly Frankfort, are experiencing significant flooding, prompting curfews and evacuation orders as rivers approach record heights. The situation remains critical, with officials working to clear up misinformation regarding emergency protocols. Rescue teams are actively searching for victims amidst the destruction, while exhausted residents are desperate for relief from the relentless rainfall. The threat of continued flooding looms as rivers in Mississippi and Ohio valleys swell and further storms are anticipated.