Widespread Flooding Hits UK Kent, US Sumner County, WV, NY Sinkhole Areas

Severe weather events across multiple regions have caused significant flooding and disruptions. In Sumner County, Tennessee, heavy overnight rains led to flash flooding that required water rescues and caused road closures, with debris and damage reported but no confirmed injuries. Similarly, Kent, UK, experienced a major thunderstorm with over 30,000 lightning strikes causing extensive flooding in Dover and Deal, leading to power outages, road closures, and cancelled bus services, with the Met Office issuing multiple flood warnings. A sinkhole in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, caused basement flooding for a family, attributed to aging infrastructure and unresolved pipeline issues. Emergency services continue to manage these incidents while advising residents to remain cautious and prepared for ongoing weather risks.