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What causes flash flooding to happen? An in-depth explainer

Straighter, smoother streams flow more violently than those that meander due to a reduction in friction. Areas with steeper terrain can see water accelerate downhill at a much faster rate causing a more destructive flash flood than flatter, open areas.

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Texas flash flooding: What we know, where it's happening, when storms could end

More than 111 people have died across six counties after flash flooding from heavy rain began affecting the state last week.

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Mourning begins in Texas where more than 170 are still missing from flash floods

On Wednesday, hundreds prayed, wept, and held one another at a prayer service, among the first of many somber gatherings to come in the weeks ahead.

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Heavy rain during morning commute floods I-93, temporarily closes part of Red Line, and prompts flash flood warnings

A flash flood warning is in effect until 9 a.m. for Boston and several communities south of the city, including Brockton, Quincy, and Randolph, officials said Thursday morning. The National Weather Service also issued a flood watch that will remain in effect until 4 p.m. for Rhode Island and eastern portions of Massachusetts and Connecticut.

Boston.com on MSN · 4h

Photos & videos: Flash flooding impacts morning commute on I-93, other Mass. roadways

Heavy rainfall caused areas of flooding on I-93 and other major roadways in Massachusetts on Thursday morning.

NJ.com on MSN · 7h

N.J. weather: Heavy rain sparks flash flood warning in parts of South Jersey

Radar shows the rain is coming down at a rate of a half-inch to 1.5 inches per hour, according to the National Weather Service.

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Why are flash floods so deadly? How to stay safe from their shocking power.

A flash flood is a rapid rise of water along a stream or in a low-lying urban area, the National Weather Service said. Flash ...

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Map Shows Where Dangerous Flash Floods Could Hit Next

A map from AccuWeather warned that the highest-risk areas for flash flooding are Southern New Jersey, Southeastern ...

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Flash flood season, record smashing handbag, royal artwork: Catch up on the day’s stories

Flash flooding has been in the spotlight in the last week, with several record breaking flood events occurring nearly back-to ...

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Video shows flash floods hitting DC, Philadelphia as death toll rises in Texas

As crews search for missing people after flash floods killed at least 120 in Texas, cities across the U.S. grapple with ...

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In a flash flood, it's "very difficult to combat nature," rescue experts say

Recent flash flooding in Texas, New Mexico and North Carolina is highlighting the extreme danger of these natural ...

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UPDATE: Flash flood warning in place for Wake County until 2 a.m. Thursday

At 12:38 a.m. on Thursday, the NWS Raleigh NC issued an updated flash flood warning in effect until 2:30 a.m. for Wake County ...

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New Mexico village rebuilds all over again after record-breaking flash flood kills 3

The mountain village of Ruidoso has returned to the grim rituals of rebuilding from flash flooding. Crews are working to ...

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3 dead after historic flash flooding hits New Mexico town ravaged by wildfires

At least three people were killed by historic flash floods in a New Mexico mountain community that suffered devastating ...

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