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weather4 days ago•27 min saved

Northeast braces for 32M flood risk as storms sweep in

Severe thunderstorms are forecast to sweep the Northeast Thursday evening, placing about 32 million people along the I-95 corridor from Connecticut to Virginia under a flash‑flood risk with heavy downpours (up to 2 inches per hour) and damaging winds. A Tornado Watch covers millions in the DC/Delaware/NJ/PA/VA region as the cold front moves east and stalls, with the potential for urban flooding in NYC, Philadelphia, and Baltimore. The activity could linger into Friday and redevelop over the weekend, threatening travel along I‑95 and prompting continued severe-weather alerts across the Mid-Atlantic and Carolinas.

via New York Post|

#flash-flood #i-95-corridor #northeast

travel6 days ago•5 min saved

Dramatic Flash Flood Sweeps Tourists at Mae Sa Waterfall

Tourists at Mae Sa Waterfall in Chiang Mai, Thailand, were caught in a sudden flash flood, with several clinging to rocks as fast-moving water swept some downstream; park rangers later rescued the group, all sustaining only minor scratches and receiving first aid, while authorities restricted access and travelers were cautioned to heed warnings during Thailand’s rainy season.

via Fox News|

#chiang-mai #flash-flood #mae-sa-waterfall

world7 days ago•4 min saved

Selfie seekers swept away as Thai waterfall is hit by flash flood

Tourists taking selfies in a restricted area at Mae Sa Waterfall in Chiang Mai were swept downstream by a sudden flash flood; park rangers rescued them with only minor injuries reported, and the site remains closed as authorities warn of ongoing heavy rainfall during the monsoon season.

via New York Post|

#flash-flood #safety #selfies

weather9 days ago•17 min saved

Lala Downgrades to Tropical Storm, Big Island Braces for Winds and Flooding

Tropical Storm Lala, downgraded from hurricane and located about 105 miles west-northwest of Kailua-Kona, continues to bring damaging winds, heavy rain and flash flooding to the Big Island as it moves northwest; a flash flood warning is in effect through Sunday morning with rain rates up to 1.5 inches/hour and 10–17 inches already observed on the eastern Big Island, with another 5–10 inches possible across the island and Maui County; a tropical storm warning remains, and coastal surge up to 3 feet is possible along east-facing shores.

via bigislandnow.com|

#big-island #damaging-winds #flash-flood

weather14 days ago•6 min saved

Central Ohio Braces for Flash Floods and Damaging Storms

Central Ohio remains under a flood watch through Aug. 12, with a flash flood warning in Franklin County and parts of Licking County as multiple rounds of thunderstorms bring heavy rain; strongest storms are expected this afternoon and evening, bringing damaging winds and the potential for isolated tornadoes, and could drop 1–2 more inches of rain on top of existing totals, contributing to outages and travel hazards.

via The Columbus Dispatch|

#central-ohio #flash-flood #power-outages

weather17 days ago•23 min saved

Tropical moisture triggers Southeast flash flood risk from Florida to the Carolinas

A weekend weather pattern brings tropical moisture into the Southeast, expanding flash flood risk from coastal South Carolina up through North Carolina and into Florida. A Level 2 risk is in place near Charleston, with a broader 1/4 risk from Miami to Wilmington; slower-moving downpours could yield 2–3 inches of rain in spots, while most areas may see 1–2 inches. The rain could help ease lingering drought in Florida and southern Georgia as it dampens outdoor plans.

via New York Post|

#carolinas-rainfall #flash-flood #florida-rainfall

weather27 days ago•199 min saved

New England Braces for Life-Threatening Flood Threat as Storm Drenches the Northeast

A slow-moving summer storm drenches the Northeast, expanding flash flood warnings into New England with 2–7 inches of rain forecast across the region. More than 11 million people are under flood watches as rescues, road closures, and flight cancellations mount from New Jersey to New England. The greatest risk is in parts of Massachusetts, Vermont and Connecticut, where Level 3 of 4 flood risk is in place, with heavy rain expected to continue into Wednesday before the system weakens and rain becomes more scattered.

via CNN|

#flash-flood #flood-warnings #heavy-rain

weather29 days ago•194 min saved

Unseasonal July storm sparks Northeast flash flood risk

A powerful summer storm will stall over the Northeast Tuesday through Thursday, bringing heavy rain and a flash flood threat with 1–4 inches expected in many areas and heavier bands possible; the New York–Philadelphia corridor and southern New England face the greatest risk, with urban flooding likely, potential power outages, downed trees, and travel delays. Winds could be strong, isolated tornadoes are possible, and the storm is expected to weaken and move out by Friday.

via CNN|

#flash-flood #heavy-rain #northeast

weather1 month ago•45 min saved

Bertha fades to trough as Texas braces for rain and floods

Bertha weakened to a trough and dissipated after the National Hurricane Center’s final advisory. With winds around 35 mph, its remnants are expected to drop 1–3 inches of rain (isolated up to 4) across South Texas, posing flash flood risk, while coastal water levels stay elevated through the next high tide and a potential storm surge remains possible.

via Yahoo|

#coastal-weather #flash-flood #rainfall

weather1 month ago•6 min saved

Bertha’s rain bands push flash flood risk across Houston tonight

Bertha’s rain bands are drenching the Houston area this evening, triggering a flash flood warning for parts of southwest Harris and Fort Bend counties. Forecasters expect Stage 1 or low-end 2 flooding with some spots near 4 inches, especially west of I-45, as the bands drift north and west. The heaviest downpours should peak in 2–3 hours and taper after about 9–10 PM, with Bertha continuing west-southwest after making landfall east of Houston.

via Space City Weather|

#bertha #flash-flood #houston-weather

weather1 month ago•2 min saved

NYC Faces Flash Flood Risk as Tornado Watch Holds

A flash flood warning is in effect for NYC boroughs Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens through 7:15 p.m. (extended to Bronx and Queens through 7:30 p.m.) as severe storms roll in, while a tornado watch covers all five boroughs until 9 p.m.; officials warn of flooded roads and basements, urge people to move to higher floors if indoors and avoid driving through floodwaters, with Westchester County and parts of New Jersey also affected.

via Gothamist|

#flash-flood #flooding #new-york-city

weather1 month ago•1 min saved

Bertha Brings Gulf Coast Storm Threat: Rain, Surge and Tornado Risk

Tropical Storm Bertha is tracking toward the northern Gulf Coast, bringing heavy rainfall and a potential life-threatening storm surge (1–4 ft), with winds near 40 mph; isolated tornadoes are possible in Florida, flash flooding could occur in urban areas, and New Orleans could face landfall by midweek as Bertha drifts west from Florida.

via BBC|

#flash-flood #gulf-coast #rainfall

weather1 month ago•3 min saved

Tri-State Storms Keep Flood Risk Rising as Warnings Extend

A Flash Flood Warning remains in effect for parts of New Jersey, New York City, and Westchester until 11:30 p.m. as more severe thunderstorms threaten the Tri-State area; a Tornado Watch has expired but the threat of additional storms and flooding persists. Residents are urged to avoid flooded roads, and the Noah Kahan Citi Field concert was canceled due to the weather.

via ABC7 New York|

#flash-flood #new-york-city #note-include-five-only

weather1 month ago•4 min saved

DMV Braces for Weekend Storms, Heat and Smoke

A multi-state forecast warns of rounds of showers and potentially severe thunderstorms across DC, Maryland and Virginia Saturday, with damaging winds, heavy rain, and isolated tornadoes possible, plus flash flood risks. Heat indices near 105°F and wildfire smoke reduce air quality, though smoke is expected to retreat later in the day. Heat advisories are in effect with improvements anticipated Sunday, when skies should be mostly sunny and temperatures drop into the upper 80s.

via FOX 5 DC|

#air-quality #dc-metro #flash-flood

weather1 month ago•197 min saved

Texas flood crisis: two dead as rescues surge across Kerrville-Uvalde region

Life-threatening flash floods swept southern Texas, killing at least two people and prompting hundreds of rescues across Kerrville, Uvalde and surrounding areas. More than 230 rescues have been performed, with 85 boats, 20 aircraft and 200 high‑profile vehicles deployed. A flood watch remains in effect as another round of storms threatens additional rainfall and officials urge continued vigilance in the hardest-hit communities.

via CNN|

#flash-flood #floods #kerrville