One person killed in flooding on Dillard Road

One person was found deceased in a submerged car this morning on Dillard Road east of State Route 99 according to fire officials. The Sacramento Coroner will release the name of the victim pending notification of next of kin.

The Cosumnes Fire Department said they rescued dozens of people in the area over the past 24 hours. The helicopter from Metro Fire also rescued several people in the area.

99 remains closed this evening due to flooding on the roadway. Several vehicles are still stuck in the flood waters.