Central US Battered by Tornadoes and Devastating Floods

Severe storms swept through the central United States on June 3, 2025, causing widespread flooding and tornadoes. Wichita, Kansas experienced significant flash flooding, with the Wichita Fire Department responding to 75 calls involving people trapped in submerged vehicles. "We've had about 75 calls just tonight about people in cars that are taken away, basically, or submerged in flood water," a fire official stated. Dramatic footage shows rescue crews in inflatable boats pulling people from flooded cars. In Independence, Missouri, a tornado warning siren blared as a dark funnel cloud formed. The storm's impact extended to Kansas City, where a semi-truck trailer overturned on an interstate, reportedly falling onto other cars. Millions were under weather alerts across Texas, Oklahoma, and Western Illinois. The swift response of emergency services and the dramatic rescues highlight the severity of the situation.