A devastating flood in Indiana has claimed the lives of at least six people, including 18-year-old football player Matthew Morey, who was recovered from the Mississinewa River on Saturday. The disaster, described by officials as a "once-in-a-lifetime" event, has also left hundreds of residents rescued and countless others displaced.
Morey was reported missing after he and a group of individuals jumped into the river near Muncie on Wednesday. While sheriff's deputies were able to pull three people to safety, Morey could not be located. Dangerous conditions and powerful rapids subsequently halted search efforts on Thursday.
His mother, Angie Morey, spoke to NBC News about her desperate search for her son, expressing her anguish and need for assistance.
As of Sunday morning, official reports confirm at least six fatalities, with Morey being among them. The scale of the destruction has led to widespread home losses for many residents. The relentless flooding has created dangerous conditions, complicating rescue operations.
Authorities are continuing to assess the full impact of the flooding, which has submerged large areas and disrupted normal life across the region. The extreme weather event has prompted widespread emergency responses.