flash flooding
Coverage of flash flooding in the Nexus archive.
- No injuries after roof collapses at New Jersey BJ's Wholesale Club due to heavy rain, flash flooding
A roof at a BJ's Wholesale Club in New Jersey partially collapsed due to heavy rain and flash flooding, but no injuries were reported. The incident occurred near New York City following thunderstorms and relentless rain that caused streets to flood.
- Rainfall totals in NY, NJ: How much fell in your area?
The tri-state area experienced intense rainstorms causing flooding, power outages, a roof collapse in New Jersey, and a bus crash injuring at least a dozen people. Flash flooding affected roadways, businesses, and homes in New York and New Jersey, leading to flight disruptions.
- Brooklyn hit especially hard by flash flooding from relentless rain
Coney Island and Sheepshead Bay in Brooklyn were severely affected by flash flooding caused by relentless rain on Monday. The flooding hit these areas particularly hard.
- Dangerous flash flood threat escalates for nearly 60M across Northeast
A dangerous flash flood threat has escalated for nearly 60 million people across the Northeast, with NOAA's Weather Prediction Center issuing a Level 3 out of 4 risk for New York City, Long Island, Coastal Connecticut, Rhode Island, and southeastern Massachusetts.
- NYC FLOOD WATCH: Thunderstorms possible as Big Apple expected to be soaked after long heatwave
New York City is under a flood watch due to heavy rain and potential thunderstorms following a heatwave. Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged residents to limit travel, while NYC Emergency Management warned of delays, hazardous conditions, and flash flooding risks until Tuesday morning.
- Mayor Mamdani urges NYC residents to prepare for flooding
Mayor Mamdani has urged New York City residents to prepare for heavy rain and flash flooding, which is expected to pose the greatest risk during Monday's morning commute from now until 10 a.m.
- Treacherous downpours and flash flooding to pummel NYC on Monday: ‘Take these warnings seriously’
Heavy rain and flash flooding are expected to impact New York City on Monday morning between 4 a.m. and 10 a.m., with officials urging the public to take warnings seriously.
- Tri-State prepares for heavy rain, flash flooding
The Tri-State area is under a flood watch through Monday night due to heavy rain, with repeated downpours in the next 24-36 hours posing a risk of flash flooding.
- The Texas Hill Country Flood, One Year Later
The Guadalupe River in Ingram, Texas, experienced flash flooding last July that resulted in 139 deaths. The event is being revisited one year later as part of ongoing coverage of the Texas Hill Country Flood.
- Dads of Camp Mystic victims push for safety changes nearly 1 year after deadly floods
Flash flooding in Texas nearly one year ago killed over 130 people, including 27 individuals at Camp Mystic. Fathers of Camp Mystic victims are advocating for safety changes. Jason Allen interviewed two of these fathers.
- 3 firefighters killed battling wildfire on Colorado-Utah border; deadly flooding in Kentucky
Three firefighters were killed and two others were burned battling a wildfire along the Colorado-Utah border. At least four people have died in flash flooding in Kentucky.
- Millions of Americans brace for flash flooding as heavy rainfall set to douse Great Plains
Millions of Americans are preparing for flash flooding as heavy rainfall affects the Great Plains, with a Level 2 flash flood risk spanning over 700 miles from Nebraska to western Florida due to saturated soils.
- Dallas weather: Severe thunderstorm watch expanded, bringing flooding and wind threats
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been expanded to cover the entire Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex until 10 p.m. tonight, bringing threats of 65 mph winds, hail, and dangerous flash flooding. The severe weather precedes a major heatwave expected later this week.
- Thunderstorms and lightning strikes spark chaos across Britain with trains axed and flash flooding - before 37C heat sends country grinding to a halt
Thunderstorms and lightning strikes caused chaos in Britain, leading to train cancellations and flash flooding. A subsequent 37C heatwave further disrupted the country, bringing it to a standstill.
- Dallas weather: Severe storms, heavy rain threaten Friday morning commute
Severe storms and heavy rain are expected to disrupt the Dallas-Fort Worth morning commute on Friday, with flash flooding reported. Dangerous humidity will push the weekend heat index to 110 degrees.
- Tropical storm remnants pound Gulf states with heavy rain after tornadoes hit the Midwest
Tropical Storm Arthur's remnants caused heavy rain and flash flooding across Gulf states like Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas, while the Midwest faced tornadoes and damage in Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky. Tornado warnings and power outages were reported, with some areas receiving up to 3 inches of rain per hour.
- Lawsuit claims Big Bend area border wall could lead to ‘deadly’ flooding risk
Presidio officials in West Texas are seeking a temporary block on border wall construction near the Big Bend area, claiming it poses a 'deadly' flash flooding risk to locals.
- Tropical Storm Arthur, the first of the Atlantic season, targets Gulf Coast with heavy rain
Tropical Storm Arthur, the first of the Atlantic hurricane season, formed near the Gulf Coast, bringing heavy rain and threats of dangerous flash floods to Texas, Louisiana, and surrounding regions. The storm is expected to weaken after moving inland but will cause prolonged flooding and coastal surges through Friday, with potential tornadoes through Thursday.
- Flood Watch issued for most of SE Michigan -- here’s how much rain is expected
A Flood Watch has been issued for most of Southeast Michigan from Wednesday into Thursday morning due to severe storms, with 1-2 inches of rain expected and localized areas potentially receiving 3 inches or more. Severe weather risks include damaging winds, large hail, isolated tornadoes, and flash flooding, particularly impacting the evening commute.
- Midweek storm system brings flood risk before dry, pleasant end to workweek
A midweek storm system is expected to bring widespread rain and thunderstorms, with flash flooding risks due to heavy rainfall. Drier and pleasant conditions are forecasted for the rest of the workweek, with the next rain chance arriving by Sunday.
- Rain brings dangerous flash flooding to multiple states
More than 40 million people in the Gulf Coast are preparing for record-breaking rainfall as the first named storm of the season, Arthur, approaches Texas. The situation is being reported by Jason Allen and Rob Marciano.
- Southeast Michigan is expecting 2 rounds of rain, thunderstorms -- here’s the timing, storm hazards
Southeast Michigan is experiencing two rounds of rain and thunderstorms this week, with the first round on Tuesday featuring scattered storms and potential severe weather, followed by a second round on Wednesday with heavy rain and flash flooding risks. The Storm Prediction Center has issued Marginal and Slight Risk levels for severe weather, including damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes.
- Showers, storms return to Southeast Michigan Tuesday as a cooler pattern settles in
Southeast Michigan will experience scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms on Tuesday, with a marginal risk of severe weather in western suburbs. Another round of widespread rain and thunderstorms is expected Wednesday, with flash flooding concerns south of I-94. Cooler temperatures will persist through the weekend, with highs in the 70s and lows in the 50s.
- Austin firefighters warn drivers: Avoid flooded roads as flash flooding hits Central Texas
Flash flooding in Central Texas has caused road closures and emergency warnings, with additional rain expected. Austin firefighters are urging drivers to avoid flooded roads as the situation persists.
- California woman, 30, vanishes on Costa Rica hike during flash flooding and mudslides
A 30-year-old California woman disappeared during a hike in Costa Rica amid flash flooding and mudslides. Costa Rica is under a nationwide green alert due to heavy rains and saturated soils increasing flood and landslide risks.
- Tonight: Warm, muggy, rounds of showers/storms
Tonight's weather will be warm and muggy with rounds of showers and storms. Some storms may produce heavy downpours that could lead to localized flash flooding.
- Laos: Five people rescued from flooded cave
Five people were rescued from a flooded cave in Laos after flash flooding trapped seven individuals. Rescuers pumped water out of the cave system to facilitate the rescue.
- Laos: First villager rescued from flooded cave
The first villager has been rescued from a flooded cave in Laos. Seven villagers entered the cave last week and became trapped by flash flooding. Five of them were found two days ago alive and in good health.
- Woman dead after being swept away by swift water during flash flooding in Tennessee
A woman died in Tennessee after being swept away by swift water during flash flooding. The incident occurred amid persistent wet weather and flooding in the region.
- Flooding rains expected across three Australian states as parched interior receives drenching
Severe weather warnings have been issued for Queensland, New South Wales, and Tasmania as heavy rains and flash flooding threaten multiple regions. A low-pressure trough drawing tropical moisture is driving the wet weather, according to meteorologist Ilana Cherny of the Bureau of Meteorology.
- 5 People Stuck in Flooded Cave in Laos Have Been Found Alive
Five people trapped in a flooded cave in Laos for over a week were found alive, but two remain missing. Heavy rain caused flash flooding, blocking the cave's exit after villagers entered on May 19.
- Five villagers found alive in Laos cave as search continues for two missing
Five villagers found alive after being trapped in a flooded cave in central Laos for over a week, as rescue teams continue searching for two missing individuals. Heavy rain caused flash flooding that blocked the cave exit on May 19.
- Laos: Rescuers race to reach 7 trapped in flooded cave
Seven villagers in Laos are trapped in a flooded cave after flash flooding blocked their exit during a gold search. Thai experts, who previously assisted in the 2018 youth soccer team cave rescue, are part of the ongoing rescue effort.
- Experts from Thai rescue join efforts to save 7 trapped in Laos cave
Seven Laotian villagers searching for gold became trapped in a cave after heavy rain caused flash flooding. Thai rescue experts have joined efforts to save the trapped individuals.
- Experts from Thai rescue join efforts to save 7 trapped in Laos cave
Seven Laotian villagers entered a cave to search for gold and were trapped after heavy rain caused flash flooding. Thai rescue experts have joined efforts to save them.
- Flash flooding kills at least one person in Texas
Flash flooding in Texas has resulted in at least one fatality. The incident highlights the dangers of sudden severe weather events in the region.
- Historic flooding and hail pummel parts of Midwest: "We can't catch a break"
Severe weather caused historic flooding and hail in the Midwest for three consecutive days, with flash floods stranding drivers in Milwaukee and record-high river levels in Cheboygan County, Michigan. Reporter Rob Marciano provided coverage of the ongoing crisis.