Relentless rains caused countless instances of flooding last week throughout the area, including part of Milburn Road, just across the street from Oakville Elementary School. This photo was taken before the remnants of Tropical Storm Bill arrived here last Friday, exacerbating the situation. The previous day, Gov. Jay Nixon declared a state of emergency in Missouri due to the heavy rain, flooding and flash flooding. Above, 60-year Oakville resident George Crafton talks with a member of the St. Louis County Police Department about the flooding, which occurred near his home.