Click on a state to learn more about the types of flooding experienced there and how residents can protect their lives and property. You will also find information on the top 5 floods for each …

Flooding is an overflowing of water onto land that is normally dry. Floods can happen during heavy rains, when ocean waves come on shore, when snow melts quickly, or when dams or …

Oct 25, 2024 · Extreme weather has thrashed the United States this year with more flood emergencies than any other year — a deadly, sobering statistic that scientists say paints a …

Jan 14, 2025 · Floods may: Result from rain, snow, coastal storms, storm surges and overflows of dams and other water systems. Develop slowly or quickly. Flash floods can come with no …

Here you will find an interactive flood map, information describing the different types of flooding and educational material. You will also learn how the National Weather Service keeps you …

Sep 26, 2023 · It describes the types of flooding, the contribution of climate change, historical trends of flood impacts and costs, the role of exposure to rising flood costs, and social …

Sep 7, 2022 · Heavy sustained rain can create rapid flooding within a few hours or even minutes, and flooding can occur miles away from where the rain fell. Several factors contribute to flash …

Nov 3, 2023 · A growing number of coastal and inland communities are finding themselves underwater. Here’s how climate change plays a role in flooding, and what we can do about it.

Flooding typically occurs when prolonged rain falls over several days, when intense rain falls over a short period of time, or when an ice or debris jam causes a river or stream to overflow onto …

Nov 20, 2024 · The National Weather Service issues outlooks for flooding rainfall, similar to severe weather outlooks. On relatively rare occasions, a high risk for rainfall flooding is issued.