FLASH FLOOD

Oct 15 2025WEATHER

North Bay Weather: Rainy Days Ahead

The North Bay area is in for more wet weather. Rain has been falling steadily, and there's a small chance of thunderstorms on Tuesday. This follows a day where some places got nearly an inch of rain. Different towns saw different amounts of rain. Santa Rosa got between 0. 6 to nearly 1 inch. Cloverdale had about 0. 8 inches. Monte Rio saw 0. 66 inches, Sonoma got 0....

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Aug 14 2025WEATHER

Rainy Days Ahead: Staying Safe in Columbia

Columbia is bracing for more rain, and it's not good news. The ground is already soaked from recent downpours, and another 1 to 2 inches could cause flash floods. This means streams might overflow quickly, turning into rivers in just minutes or hours. The weather forecast shows heavy rain moving in after midnight, especially north of I-20. This isn't just a passing ...

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Jul 08 2025WEATHER

Texas Flash Floods: A Lesson in Preparedness and Climate Change

In the heart of Texas, a sudden and severe flash flood turned a holiday weekend into a nightmare. The disaster struck without much warning, catching many off guard and raising questions about preparedness and climate change. The Texas Hill Country, known for its beautiful landscapes, is also prone to flash floods. The dry, packed soil doesn't absorb rain quickly, an...

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Jul 07 2025WEATHER

Heavy Rains Cause Chaos in Orange County

Orange County faced serious problems due to heavy rain from Tropical Depression Chantal. The rain led to flash floods, forcing people to leave their homes and closing many roads. Chapel Hill, a town in Orange County, warned residents about the floods. By 9 p. m. , first responders started evacuating people from Camelot Village, a neighborhood near Bolin Creek. This ...

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Jul 05 2025WEATHER

When Water Turns Deadly: The Hidden Danger of Flash Floods

Flash floods are sneaky and deadly. They can happen fast, giving people little time to react. In Texas, a recent flash flood killed at least 27 people and left many more missing, including over 20 girls at a summer camp. The water rose quickly, trapping people in their homes and cars. Flash floods don't need much time to form. According to the National Weather Servi...

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Jul 04 2025WEATHER

Heavy Rain Leaves a Trail of Destruction and Loss in Texas and New Jersey

In Texas, a sudden downpour turned deadly as heavy rain caused flash floods in Kerr County. The Guadalupe River swelled rapidly, reaching dangerous levels in just a few hours. Authorities confirmed fatalities, but the exact number remains unclear. Rescue teams worked tirelessly, using boats to save those trapped by the fast-moving water. The lack of a warning system ...

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Jun 13 2025POLITICS

Fulbright Uproar, Global Tensions, and Weather Warnings

A significant shake-up occurred when the Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board stepped down. The Trump administration blocked many Fulbright awards for the 2025-2026 academic year. This move raised eyebrows, as the board emphasized the program's merit-based selection process. The government also put 1, 200 other foreign recipients under review, which could lead to thei...

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Apr 12 2025WEATHER

Wet and Chilly: East Coast Braces for Heavy Rain and Flooding

The East Coast is in for a damp and cold spell. A low-pressure system off the mid-Atlantic coast is bringing steady rain and unusually cold temperatures for mid-April. This is not the first time this month that the Northeast has seen such weather. Just a few days ago, another low-pressure system moved in from the Great Lakes, dumping rain and even snow in higher elev...

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Oct 21 2024WEATHER

Roswell's Flash Flood: What Happened?

Hey there! You know Roswell, New Mexico? Well, something big happened there. A flash flood hit hard, leaving two people dead and around 290 rescued. It was so bad that cars were swept away and even homes got flooded. The National Guard and other emergency teams jumped in to help. They worked all night long, saving people and getting them to safety. The flood was so i...

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Atlanta's Flood Rescue: A Meteorologist's Quick Thinking

In the midst of Hurricane Helene's fury, FOX Weather meteorologist Bob Van Dillen faced an emergency that demanded more than just weather reporting. Atlanta was in grave danger, with millions at risk from catastrophic flooding. For the first time ever, the city found itself under a Flash Flood Emergency. Peach Tree Creek became a scene of desperation when Van Di...

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