flash flood

Definitions

A sudden, rapid flood, usually of short duration and local impact.

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Examples

“The West Highland Line reopened for passengers on July 11, following emergency repair⟳ works after more than 1,600 tons of material was washed away by a flash⟳ flood⟳ on June 25.”

“One of the most heavily hit regions was Germany’s Ahrweiler district, where flash⟳ floods surged through the village of Schuld, washing away six houses and leaving several more on the verge of collapse. The police said at least 50 people had died in Ahrweiler district.”

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