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flooding

noun as in excess of liquid

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However, rainfall totals like these bring a risk of localised flooding, surface water and spray on roads, and possible delays on the railways.

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But in the wake of the disastrous flooding, those videos have resurfaced as subjects of anger.

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The chance for localized flooding and debris flows are most likely Thursday and Friday, and those storms could also bring some strong, isolated winds.

Heavy rain is set to drench much of the UK over the next few days with the possibility for flooding and travel delays in the hardest-hit locations.

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“There’s a high risk for wet outdoor events, especially on Thursday. There’s moderate risk for minor urban and roadway flooding, and there’s a low risk for significant flooding and debris flows,” said Lund.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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