From August 21st through the 22nd, multiple rounds of heavy rain fell, with some of the highest totals observed over the southwestern portions of the Kansas City metro area and other locations south of Kansas City. Widespread amounts of 4 to 6 were recorded, with isolated reports of 8 to nearly 10. In addition to numerous roads and some schools closed due to widespread flooding, record crests were made on Indian Creek at State Line Road. Several water rescues were made overnight Monday into Tuesday morning, due to flooding. More information can be found at the dedicated website for this event from the NWS in Pleasant Hill. https://www.weather.gov/eax/SignificantFloodingEventofAugust21st-22nd2017 .

Flash Flood in PLATTE, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 14:37:00 to 21-AUG-17 16:37:00 (CST-6)
Location: BARRY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

HWY 152 was flooded near Green Hills Drive.

Flash Flood in PLATTE, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 15:10:00 to 21-AUG-17 17:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: PARKVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Numerous water rescues were ongoing at the time of report due to Rush Creek flooding.

Flash Flood in PLATTE, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 15:23:00 to 21-AUG-17 17:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: RIVERSIDE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Line Creek was over its bank at Homestead Road and Homestead Terrace. Also, nearby W Platte Road was closed in both directions.

Flash Flood in CLAY, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 16:10:00 to 21-AUG-17 18:10:00 (CST-6)
Location: MOSBY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

A school bus with children on board was stranded due to high water.

Flash Flood in CLAY, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 16:30:00 to 21-AUG-17 18:30:00 (CST-6)
Location: LIBERTY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

The bridge over Rush Creek was closed due to high water running over the bridge.

Flash Flood in CLAY, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 21:07:00 to 21-AUG-17 23:07:00 (CST-6)
Location: SMITHVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

US HWY 169 was closed in Smithville due to high water over the road.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 21:17:00 to 21-AUG-17 23:17:00 (CST-6)
Location: KANSAS CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

There was 2 to 3 feet of water over the road at Southwest Blvd and 31st St, near the Kansas/Missouri state line.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 21:18:00 to 21-AUG-17 23:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: KANSAS CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

There was 3 feet of water over the road at Mill St and Westport Road.

Flash Flood in PLATTE, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 21:23:00 to 21-AUG-17 23:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: RIVERSIDE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

A water rescue was performed at an unknown intersection in Riverside.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 21:34:00 to 21-AUG-17 23:34:00 (CST-6)
Location: KANSAS CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Two to three feet of water covered I-35 southbound near downtown.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 23:40:00 to 22-AUG-17 01:40:00 (CST-6)
Location: KANSAS CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

The ramp from US HWY 71 onto I-670 was flooded with several vehicles stranded.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 00:11:00 to 22-AUG-17 02:11:00 (CST-6)
Location: KANSAS CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A water rescue occurred at 12th St and Jackson St.

Flash Flood in CASS, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 00:23:00 to 22-AUG-17 02:23:00 (CST-6)
Location: HARRISONVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Several streets in Harrisonville were flooded with 2 to 3 feet of water.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 00:46:00 to 22-AUG-17 02:46:00 (CST-6)
Location: (GVW)RICHARDS-GEBAUR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

A water rescue was performed at an unknown intersection near Belton.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 01:05:00 to 22-AUG-17 02:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: DODSON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

A water rescue was performed near Swope Park as a vehicle became stranded.

Flash Flood in PLATTE, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 01:35:00 to 22-AUG-17 02:35:00 (CST-6)
Location: NORTHMOOR
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

There was 2 feet of water trapping employees in their business at the Horizons Business Park.

Flash Flood in CASS, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 01:37:00 to 22-AUG-17 03:37:00 (CST-6)
Location: STRASBURG
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Numerous roads were closed across Cass County due to running water.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 01:46:00 to 22-AUG-17 04:46:00 (CST-6)
Location: RED BRIDGE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Indian Creek was running over the Wornall Bridge at 103rd and Wornall, near the Kansas/Missouri state line.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 01:49:00 to 22-AUG-17 04:49:00 (CST-6)
Location: LEEDS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

A water rescue was performed when a vehicle was swept into Round Grove Creek, along Raytown Road.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 01:58:00 to 22-AUG-17 04:58:00 (CST-6)
Location: MARTIN CITY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

An apartment complex was evacuated along Holmes Road due to flooding.

Flash Flood in CASS, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 04:16:00 to 22-AUG-17 06:16:00 (CST-6)
Location: BELTON VILLNAVE ARPT
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Social Media

A basement was flooded due to running water around a residence near Belton.

Flash Flood in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 04:51:00 to 22-AUG-17 05:51:00 (CST-6)
Location: RED BRIDGE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

A water rescue took place at E Red Bridge Road and Blue River Road. Photos show the old Red Bridge under water.

Flash Flood in JOHNSON, MISSOURI
From 22-AUG-17 06:00:00 to 22-AUG-17 07:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: KINGSVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

Numerous low water crossings near Holden had running water over them.

Flood in CLAY, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 13:43:00 to 21-AUG-17 19:43:00 (CST-6)
Location: NASHUA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Water was over the road at Shoal Creek Parkway and N Oak due to a culvert not being able to handle all the water.

Flood in CLAY, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 14:12:00 to 21-AUG-17 20:12:00 (CST-6)
Location: KEARNEY
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Water was over several roads in Kearney.

Flood in CLAY, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 14:21:00 to 21-AUG-17 20:21:00 (CST-6)
Location: NASHUA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Amateur Radio

Several area small creeks were out of their banks, but posed minimal threat to residences.

Hail in PLATTE, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 15:21:00 to 21-AUG-17 15:22:00 (CST-6)
Location: RIVERSIDE
Magnitude: 1.00 
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Emergency Manager

Thunderstorm Wind in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 08:31:00 to 21-AUG-17 08:34:00 (CST-6)
Location: SOUTH LEE
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: NWS Employee

A couple 6 to 8 inch tree limbs fell over Crossing Drive near Lee's Summit.

Thunderstorm Wind in PETTIS, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 17:15:00 to 21-AUG-17 17:18:00 (CST-6)
Location: POSTAL
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Reported by: Public

A large tree of unknown size or condition was down. Power lines were also brought down and a roof was torn off of a barn near Nelson.

Thunderstorm Wind in COOPER, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 17:40:00 to 21-AUG-17 17:43:00 (CST-6)
Location: BELLAIR
Magnitude: 61.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported a 70 mph wind gust.

Heavy Rain in JACKSON, MISSOURI
From 21-AUG-17 18:00:00 to 22-AUG-17 06:00:00 (CST-6)
Location: DODSON
Reported by: NWS Employee

This constitutes the highest rain total from this event. A NWS employee recorded 9.2 inches of rain in their rain gauge in Brookside, a subdivision of Kansas City.