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Tag: flash flooding
2025’s extreme weather had the jet stream’s fingerprints all over it, from flash floods to hurricanes
As the climate warms, extreme weather driven by erratic jet stream behavior is expected to become more common.
Florida Atlantic scientists explain flash flooding events
A storm in late October brought 1 billion gallons of water in just two hours to Boca Raton.
Back on track: Scientists restart work on next-gen rainfall project to defend against worsening flooding
Atlas-15 is a next-gen tool for understanding rainfall and flooding risks, now and in the future.
FEMA’s flood maps often miss dangerous flash flood risks, leaving homeowners unprepared
Rising global temperatures can result in more frequent extreme downpours, leaving more areas vulnerable to flooding.
Video: Why do floods happen?
This bite-sized video describes different types of flooding and the damage that flooding can cause.