Recent heavy rains in southern and eastern Missouri have led to devastating flooding, resulting in the tragic deaths of at least three individuals. The flooding, caused by a powerful cold front that brought tornadoes and heavy rain, has caused widespread destruction and road closures in the region.
In Wright County, two poll workers, a 70-year-old man, and a 73-year-old woman, lost their lives after their vehicle was swept away by floodwaters from a swollen Beaver Creek. Both individuals were dedicated citizens who valued fair and honest elections, according to the county clerk's office.
