Weather

Flash flood

flæʃ flʌd

noun

What does Flash flood mean?

Sudden dangerous flooding.

Example sentence

"Flash flood warnings — don't drive through water."

American usage tip

'Turn around, don't drown' is the safety slogan.

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A truck that clears roads of snow.
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Happening regardless of weather.
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Moisture in the air.
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Dangerous weather conditions.
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Very light rain.
Shovel
To clear snow by hand.
Windchill
How cold it feels with wind factored in.

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