flash flood

Frequency: 8.520.1 per million words

a sudden, local flood of great volume and short duration

floodADJECTIVE + NOUN

Categories:

flash

Examples (10)

  • The flash flood swept away several cars in the parking lot.
  • Local authorities issued a warning about possible flash floods in the canyon area.
  • Hikers were caught off guard by the sudden flash flood in the desert wash.
  • The weather service predicted dangerous flash flooding after the thunderstorm.
  • Emergency crews rescued families trapped by the flash flood waters.
  • Never attempt to drive through a flash flood zone.
  • The flash flood damaged homes and businesses along the creek.
  • Urban areas are particularly vulnerable to flash floods during heavy rainfall.
  • The campground was evacuated due to flash flood warnings.
  • Within minutes, the flash flood turned the dry riverbed into a raging torrent.