At least 6 dead as historic flooding inundates US state of Indiana

At least six people have died in Indiana after a powerful storm system brought more than 11 inches of rain to parts of the US state, triggering historic flooding and widespread rescue efforts, according to authorities.

Flooding was concentrated along the White River from Hamilton County into the northern Indianapolis suburbs, where more than 90 people and 45 pets were rescued, NBC News reported on Saturday.

In Indianapolis' Ravenwood neighborhood, floodwaters submerged cars and reached the doors of homes as residents used kayaks and rowboats to move through the streets.

Gov. Mike Braun said he had spoken with President Donald Trump and that an expedited Federal Emergency Management Agency declaration was being processed, the report said.