Several in Craig rescued from homes overnight amid flooding

Several people were rescued overnight near Craig, Missouri, as floodwaters rushed in following a levee breach earlier this week.

The Missouri State Highway Patrol said troopers rescued four people from homes, as well as three people from a boat that ran out of gas.

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Water Patrol Troopers worked into the night yesterday in and around Craig, Missouri, with flood water rescues. There were four people rescued from homes and three from a boat that ran out of fuel. pic.twitter.com/OZbErK3bUU

— MSHP Troop H (@MSHPTrooperH) March 21, 2019

On Wednesday, Craig residents were told to evacuate their homes after a levee breach threatened the tiny town of about 200 people.

Overnight, Highway Patrol troopers used three inflatable boats to conduct check-ins on people who chose not to leave.

It is unclear when Craig residents will be able to return to their homes. All roads leading into the town remain closed.