flash flood

Example Sentences

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Authorities warn that the same storm system is now threatening other islands, with flash flood alerts and evacuation warnings issued for parts of Maui, Molokai and Lanai.

From Salon • Mar. 22, 2026

Google said the Southern African Development Community used the tool to pick up an imminent flash flood in Mozambique.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 12, 2026

Australia's emergency services warned people Friday to stay prepared for sudden downpours and dangerous bushfires in the country's east after a flash flood swept cars into the sea.

From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026

The National Weather Service has canceled the flash flood warning for much of Southern California.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 16, 2025

A flash flood of forgiveness rose in my chest.

From "The Bridge Home" by Padma Venkatraman