Heavy rains and tornadoes spanned several states earlier this month. In what the National Weather Service called a “once in a generation event.”
University of Arkansas Extension Economist Dr. Hunter Biram joined RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender to discuss the current estimates when it comes to crop-related flood damage, what this means for planting season, and some of the big picture ripple effects that can be expected from the damage.
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Funding will support flood mitigation projects in Ouray, Pueblo and Custer counties.
New sensors will alert emergency officials when water levels begin to rise.
The state recorded about 30 tornadoes in March alone before additional activity in July and August.
Louisiana estimates the storm caused $112 billion in agricultural losses and widespread damage to farm infrastructure.
