Articles for Flash Flooding

More wild weather forecast for Queensland raises questions about how Brisbane drains handle intense rainfall
2 weeks, 4 days ago

More wild weather forecast for Queensland raises questions about how Brisbane drains handle intense rainfall

ABC  

Queensland is no stranger to wild and extreme weather events but, with intense rainfall causing sporadic flash flooding more often, locals are concerned stormwater infrastructure isn't up to scratch. Wet summer ahead The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting "wetter periods" this summer, with an increased risk of flash flooding across Queensland's south-east. "Some of the catchments in southern Queensland are …

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Spain floods: What caused the devastating flash flooding in Valencia?
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Spain floods: What caused the devastating flash flooding in Valencia?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Aemet, Spain’s meteorological agency, said …

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Mother weeps and begs for help in finding daughter missing for four days after Valencia floods - as 10,000 troops join desperate rescue efforts amid fears death toll could skyrocket with 'mass graves'
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mother weeps and begs for help in finding daughter missing for four days after Valencia floods - as 10,000 troops join desperate rescue efforts amid fears death toll could skyrocket with 'mass graves'

Daily Mail  

A desperate mother has begged rescuers to find her daughter who has been missing for four days following severe flooding in Spain with the death toll continuing to rise. We're looking for her and if she is out there and suddenly doesn't remember us, Janine please contact us' Rescue teams search for missing people in a flooded residential car park …

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Spanish government declares three days of mourning after dozens killed in flash flooding disaster
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Spanish government declares three days of mourning after dozens killed in flash flooding disaster

ABC  

The Spanish government has declared the nation will mark three days of mourning in tribute to the victims of the worst flooding disaster to hit Spain in almost three decades. At least 95 people died in flash flooding that impacted parts of south-eastern Spain after torrential rains on Tuesday which left roads and towns inundated, according to local authorities. Recovery …

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Flash flooding in New Mexico leaves at least two dead as hundreds rescued
2 months ago

Flash flooding in New Mexico leaves at least two dead as hundreds rescued

The Independent  

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Hurricane Helene upgrades to ‘extremely dangerous’ Category 4 storm: State of emergency in Florida, Georgia and more
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Hurricane Helene upgrades to ‘extremely dangerous’ Category 4 storm: State of emergency in Florida, Georgia and more

Hindustan Times  

Fast-moving Hurricane Helene was advancing Thursday across the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida, threatening a “catastrophic” storm surge in northwestern parts of the state as well as damaging winds, rains and flash floods hundreds of miles inland across much of the southeastern U.S., forecasters said. Helene strengthens to a Category 4 hurricane Helene strengthened into an “extremely dangerous” Category 4 …

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Flood-ravaged Britain faces another day of misery: Torrential downpours set to hit north east of England as more yellow weather alerts are issued
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Flood-ravaged Britain faces another day of misery: Torrential downpours set to hit north east of England as more yellow weather alerts are issued

Daily Mail  

Send your pictures or videos of flooding in your area to: [email protected] Britain faces another day of weather misery, as forecasters predict rain will hit across large swathes of the UK with the potential for flooding and travel disruption. The Met Office has issued three separate yellow rain warnings - one in western parts of Northern Ireland, one in northern …

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Francine weakens to tropical storm: Here's a 10-point update
3 months, 1 week ago

Francine weakens to tropical storm: Here's a 10-point update

Hindustan Times  

Tropical Depression Francine is currently moving northward through Mississippi, bringing heavy rainfall and a risk of flooding to a widespread area spanning from the lower Mississippi Valley to Georgia, the system's rain bands are already impacting the region. Francine's strong winds and heavy rainfall have already made their mark, with gusts reaching up to 78 mph and over 8 inches …

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Chenoa Nickerson: Hiker’s body found after Grand Canyon flash flooding
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Chenoa Nickerson: Hiker’s body found after Grand Canyon flash flooding

CNN  

CNN — The body of a missing hiker was recovered along the Colorado River on Sunday after flash flooding in Grand Canyon National Park prompted the rescues of more than 100 people. Search and rescue operations began Thursday, when flash flooding swept hiker Chenoa Nickerson, 33, into the park’s Havasu Creek, according to the National Park Service. “Her memory will …

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The Latest: A downgraded Debby still threatens with heavy rain and flooding
4 months, 2 weeks ago

The Latest: A downgraded Debby still threatens with heavy rain and flooding

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Dangerous flooding, tornadoes still possible in ‘Debby’s final chapter,' …

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Flooding from storm Debby leads to high-water rescues in New York, Pennsylvania
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Flooding from storm Debby leads to high-water rescues in New York, Pennsylvania

LA Times  

Ann Farkas walks in her flood-damaged home in Canisteo, N.Y., on Friday. First responders launched high-water and helicopter rescues of people trapped in cars and homes in rural New York and Pennsylvania as heavy rain from the remnants of Debby slammed the Northeast with intense floods. In Steuben County, which borders Pennsylvania, officials ordered the evacuation of the towns of …

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New Mexico is told it could be battered by 'life-threatening' flash flood TONIGHT
4 months, 3 weeks ago

New Mexico is told it could be battered by 'life-threatening' flash flood TONIGHT

Daily Mail  

Thousands of of people in New Mexico have been told to monitor the forecast as the state prepares to be hit with another flash flood. The National Guard was deployed to New Mexico at the end of June to help rescue residents of Ruidoso, which was under a Flash Flood Emergency Monday. The town experienced another flash flood over the …

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Tropical moisture mixes with California’s heat, driving storms, flood potential, fire risks
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Tropical moisture mixes with California’s heat, driving storms, flood potential, fire risks

LA Times  

Women walk with an umbrella on a hot day at Hollywood & Highland. California’s latest heat wave has drawn tropical moisture into the region, causing severe thunderstorms in some inland areas that forecasters warn could continue to cause flash flooding and dangerous lightning through at least Wednesday night. The Sierra Nevada and surrounding foothills also have a high risk for …

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Flash flooding sweeps into the Pittsburgh area and spurs numerous water rescues
8 months, 1 week ago

Flash flooding sweeps into the Pittsburgh area and spurs numerous water rescues

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Flash flooding caused by relentless heavy rains that soaked western Pennsylvania spurred numerous rescues and evacuations in the region, but no injuries were reported. For the second time in a week, flood warnings were issued in West Virginia along the Ohio River, which was forecast to crest in the Pittsburgh area at above 25 feet late Friday into …

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Rescuers recover bodies after dozens killed in flash flooding on Indonesia's Sumatra island
9 months, 1 week ago

Rescuers recover bodies after dozens killed in flash flooding on Indonesia's Sumatra island

ABC  

In short : At least 26 people have been killed and 11 others are missing after flash flooding and landslides in Indonesia. : At least 26 people have been killed and 11 others are missing after flash flooding and landslides in Indonesia. Rescuers have recovered bodies after flash floods and landslides killed at least 26 people and left 11 missing …

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Monster storm forecast worsens for L.A., O.C.: The danger zones, the forecast, the warnings
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Monster storm forecast worsens for L.A., O.C.: The danger zones, the forecast, the warnings

LA Times  

Waves crash over a breakwater in Alameda, with the San Francisco skyline in the background, on Sunday. “As we anticipate this weather event continuing into the next couple of days, if you are able to work remotely, please stay home.” L.A. City Council President Paul Krekorian said the anticipated amount of rainfall is rare for Los Angeles, and noted that …

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BOM says chance of third Queensland cyclone increasing as Kirrily continues to dump rain in north west of state
10 months, 3 weeks ago

BOM says chance of third Queensland cyclone increasing as Kirrily continues to dump rain in north west of state

ABC  

In short: Ex-cyclone Kirrily could bring flash flooding to north-west Queensland, with the likelihood of a third cyclone forming. Mr Clark says it's currently "a long way out to sea", near New Caledonia, and "poses no imminent threat to the Queensland coastline". "It's simply too early to say what impacts that may, if any, have on the Queensland coast," Mr …

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Storms ravage Victoria's stone-fruit season as Swan Hill and Goulburn Valley growers count the cost
11 months, 1 week ago

Storms ravage Victoria's stone-fruit season as Swan Hill and Goulburn Valley growers count the cost

ABC  

Weeks of wild weather in Victoria is likely to mean less stone fruit on supermarket shelves, after hail and heavy rain smashed Australia's main production regions. Key points: Stone-fruit growers have suffered millions of dollars of damage after hail and intense storms Vegetable and table grape crops are also affected CSIRO's David Post says climate change is bringing more extreme …

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Tenth person found dead, including young girl in drain, after Christmas and Boxing Day storms
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Tenth person found dead, including young girl in drain, after Christmas and Boxing Day storms

ABC  

A tenth person has been confirmed to have died in severe storms across Australia over Christmas and Boxing Day, with a man's body found in Buchan, in Victoria's east Gippsland region Wednesday afternoon. She added storms were still possible around eastern NSW "particularly during the morning" on Thursday before "widespread showers and possible severe thunderstorms" return on Friday A roof …

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Christmas downpour threatens flash floods in Southeastern US thanks to El Niño
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Christmas downpour threatens flash floods in Southeastern US thanks to El Niño

Hindustan Times  

In the aftermath of a Christmas Day drenched in heavy rain, the Southeastern United States finds itself under the looming threat of flash flooding. From Virginia to the Carolinas, a weather system, supercharged by the El Niño-energized southern jet stream, is making its presence felt, turning the post-holiday scene into a watery spectacle. The culprit: El Niño's influence Performers dressed …

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Severe new heatwave grips Australia's east coast as Aussies prepare for Christmas - what it will be like near you
1 year ago

Severe new heatwave grips Australia's east coast as Aussies prepare for Christmas - what it will be like near you

Daily Mail  

Millions of Australians have been told to prepare for a weekend of extreme weather with much of the country under heatwave warnings and 'life threatening' flash flooding a risk for north Queensland. Sydneysiders are likely to be heading to the beach in droves this weekend as temperatures are expected to near 40C while other parts of the state swelter through …

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Hilary timeline: When will the storm hit? How bad will it get where I live?
1 year, 4 months ago

Hilary timeline: When will the storm hit? How bad will it get where I live?

LA Times  

Tropical Storm Hilary is bringing the threat of heavy rains, flash flooding, high winds and intense surf to Southern California this weekend. The storm could produce heavy rainfall in some areas, with the heaviest rain starting Sunday afternoon and increasing substantially from 6 p.m. to midnight in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. The Antelope Valley and mountain areas in L.A. …

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These parts of California could get a year’s rain in a few days thanks to Hurricane Hilary
1 year, 4 months ago

These parts of California could get a year’s rain in a few days thanks to Hurricane Hilary

LA Times  

Some areas of Southern California and southern Nevada could see a year’s worth of rain in the coming days as Hurricane Hilary arrives. “The rain rates could potentially be really extreme as well — over an inch or 2 inches of rain in an hour will be possible.” Even higher rainfall totals of 6 to 10 inches are possible along …

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Heavy rains swamp Northeast again as flash flooding claims at least 5 lives in Pennsylvania
1 year, 5 months ago

Heavy rains swamp Northeast again as flash flooding claims at least 5 lives in Pennsylvania

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON CROSSING, Pa. — Heavy rains pounded an already saturated Northeast on Sunday for the second time in a week, spurring another round of flash flooding, cancelled airline flights and power outages. Officials in Bucks County’s Upper Makefield Township in Pennsylvania said torrential rains occurred around 5:30 p.m. Saturday in the Washington Crossing area, sweeping away several cars. “Our crews …

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