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Dangers of Flash Floods and How to Stay Safe
Sharon Nix
December 16, 2023
Flash floods, my friends, are one of Mother Nature’s most sudden and destructive forces. They arrive without much warning, transforming trickling streams into raging torrents, and roads into rivers.
Understanding the dangers of flash floods and learning how to stay safe is not just a good idea—it could save your life.
Flash floods can occur within minutes or hours of excessive rainfall, particularly in areas with poor drainage systems or in canyons.
The speed and power of these floods can wash away cars, bridges, and buildings, and cause devastating landslides. It’s a force of nature that demands respect and preparedness.
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