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Campers rescued in Marshall Co flooding

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(KMZA)--Heavy rainfall from Thursday through early Saturday triggered widespread flooding across Marshall County, causing dangerous conditions in low-lying areas.

The Marysville Advocate reports the worst impacts were reported south of Kansas Highway 9 between Blue Rapids and Frankfort, where a rural campground hosting a muzzleloader event was quickly inundated as Corndodger Creek rose rapidly.

About 30 campers were rescued after floodwaters trapped them overnight. Emergency crews also responded to reports that one person had been swept downstream, though that individual was later found safe, and all campers were accounted for by Saturday midday.

The Kansas State Fire Marshal’s Office deployed a search and rescue task force to assist with overnight operations. Meanwhile, the Big Blue and Little Blue Rivers overflowed, with some areas receiving up to 11 inches of rain. Authorities continue monitoring water levels as cleanup begins.

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