flash flood
noun
: a local flood of short duration generally resulting from heavy rainfall in the immediate vicinity
flash flood
verb
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As 27 million Americans are under severe thunderstorm and flash flood watch on Wednesday, a line of strong storms packing intense rainfall is threatening the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast.
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ABC News, 9 July 2025
At least three people died, including two children, after heavy rains triggered flash floods in New Mexico on Tuesday, July 8, prompting the state's governor to declare a state of emergency in the area.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 9 July 2025
Kesha canceled her concert in Texas due to safety concerns as the death toll from the devastating flash floods continues to rise.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot
updated July 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2025
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ABC News, 9 July 2025
At least three people died, including two children, after heavy rains triggered flash floods in New Mexico on Tuesday, July 8, prompting the state's governor to declare a state of emergency in the area.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 9 July 2025
Kesha canceled her concert in Texas due to safety concerns as the death toll from the devastating flash floods continues to rise.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 9 July 2025
The strong currents from flash floods can pull drivers off roadways.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot
updated July 8, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2025
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“Flash flood.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flash%20flood. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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