flooding

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In the southern US, heavier rainfall can increase the risks of flooding.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

"So, he's flooding the information environment with positive images of himself, particularly images that make him look large and in charge."

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

It boosts temperatures and precipitation and causes flooding and droughts in much of the world.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

“Not only heat, but other compounding threats such as extreme wind and flooding and wildfires.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Natalie and her mother dodged the broken glass on the floor and tried to right the mattress, but a river of brown water started gushing in under the door, flooding the room.

From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz