Severe Weather 101: Flood Basics - NOAA National Severe Storms Laboratory
WEBLearn what flooding is, where and when it occurs, and how to stay safe from flash floods. Find out how heavy rainfall, snowmelt, ice jams, and dam failures can cause flooding in different regions and watersheds.
Atmospheric river lashes California with heavy rain and wind - CNN
WEBFeb 6, 2024 · A firehose of rain has parked over Southern California, worsening the risk of flooding. At least two people have died as a result of falling trees and more than 16 million people are under a...
3 dead as storm pummels California, causing flooding and dozens …
WEBFeb 6, 2024 · Heavy rain at lower elevations caused flooding, while higher elevations were bracing for possible whiteout conditions that would make travel dangerous to near-impossible.
Flooding in New York: Rain Eases, but Officials Warn That Flood …
WEBSep 29, 2023 · Heavy rain caused serious flooding across the region on Friday, leading Gov. Kathy Hochul to declare a state of emergency as rising waters disrupted travel and stranded people in cars and...
February 4 California storm updates - CNN
WEBFeb 4, 2024 · A powerful weather system hit California on Sunday, with heavy rain and extreme winds causing flooding, downed trees and power outages. See photos from across the state:
California storm updates: State of emergency in effect as flooding ...
WEBFeb 6, 2024 · A second storm within one week is pummeling California with heavy rain and life-threatening flooding. Gov. Gavin Newsom has issued a state of emergency for counties including Los Angeles, Santa Barbara and Ventura, where floodwaters and mudslides have swept through roadways. Latest headlines: Here's how …
California storm full coverage: State of emergency declared as ...
WEBFeb 6, 2024 · A powerful storm system brought heavy rain and flash flooding to Southern California, triggering a state of emergency in eight counties. See photos, videos and updates on the impact and...
Ask the scientist: Extreme rainfall, why it happens and how we …
WEBAug 8, 2018 · Learn why heavy rainfall is increasing in intensity and frequency in the U.S. and how NOAA warns of the dangers of flash flooding. Find out what factors can shift a heavy rain event into a flash flood and what to do when rain is in the forecast.
How climate change drives floods : NPR
WEBAug 3, 2022 · Driving during a flash flood is particularly dangerous. Never drive into moving water, even if it looks shallow. What can be done to protect people from heavy rain?
California Storms California Storm: Evacuations Ordered as …
WEBJan 11, 2023 · Thousands of residents were told to leave their homes as heavy rain caused flooding in parts of California. Relentless storms have killed at least 17 people since late December.