debris
Example Sentences
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The storm has dumped inches of rain across the region and triggered mud and debris flows, knocked down trees and sparked several river rescues as the water rushes downhill from the mountains to the ocean.
From Los Angeles Times
A Christmas Eve debris flow — a fast moving flow of mud and rocks — rammed into homes and left cars buried in debris.
From Los Angeles Times
Parts of the Front Range, the easternmost section of the Southern Rocky Mountains, saw winds as strong as 85 miles an hour blowing debris and kindling-dry brush against the power lines.
Torrential rains unleashed flash floods and warnings of debris flow across southern California, particularly in fire-scarred areas, with further downpours forecast for Thursday as authorities declared a state of emergency in several counties.
From Barron's
Outside, the street leading to the building was buried under mounds of debris and foliage.
From Barron's
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