Weather events around the world, 29 July 2022: Destruction and floods in Kentucky

Overview of weather and natural events around the World. What is happening in this world: natural disasters on the planet of Earth. The latest news about weather events and disasters. Since mid-July, monsoon rains have continued in Pakistan, which provoke floods and mudflows. Balochistan, the largest province in Pakistan, was particularly hard hit. According to local media, 324 people have already become victims of the elements this year. More than 250 people are listed as missing. Local authorities are conducting search and rescue operations. Kentucky was hit by a flash flood that was the worst on record. Flood waters washed away houses, roads and bridges, flooded schools. The state was literally under water. At least three people have died, Gov. Andy Beshear said. He declared a state of emergency and said the death toll was likely to increase. The flood will be “one of the most significant and deadly“ on record, he said. Parts of Kentucky received more than 9 inches (230 mm) of