GERALD, Mo. – As the Flood Watch continues through areas in Missouri, the Gerald-Rosebud Fire Protection District have already responded to the heavy rainfall.
According to Gerald-Rosebud Fire Protection District Chief Warren Weiss Woods, in roughly 30 minutes, the area got 4 inches of rain. As a result, cars were stranded, and several basements were flooded. Reports say Highway 50 also had experienced 3 feet of water.
A woman was also rescued at a home west of Gerald and Rosebud as they were trapped in a flood. Chief Woods explained that his concerns of more rain is there, but is certain crews can manage the flooding.