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What is a flash flood? A civil engineer explains

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by Janey Camp, Vanderbilt University Flash flooding is a specific type of flooding that occurs in a short time frame after a precipitation event – generally less than six hours. It often is caused by heavy or excessive rainfall and happens in areas near rivers or lakes, but it also can happen in places with … Continue reading What is a flash flood? A civil engineer explains