Torrential rains trigger flooding in Chattanooga

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Chattanooga, Tennessee recorded its second-wettest day on record, receiving more than 6 inches of rain and nearly twice the city's typical August rainfall in a single day. The deluge has triggered significant flooding and numerous water rescues.

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