Eight die in US flooding

At least eight people have died and several others reported missing as several parts of the US are hit by floods.



Of the 8 people, seven people reportedly died in Georgia.



Rescuers found the body of a 15-year-old boy earlier today several hours after he was swept away by floodwaters.



Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has declared a state of emergency in 17 counties after nearly 2 feet of rain fell in the past two days.



Flooding has also affected Tennessee, Alabama, Kentucky and North Carolina.



Forecasters are warning of more heavy rain and possible flash floods.