Phrases with «extreme flooding»

The phrase "extreme flooding" means a very large amount of water overflowing and covering an area that is usually dry. Full definition

Storm surge is the abnormal rise of water generated by a storm, causing extreme flooding in coastal areas. (sciencedaily.com)
But in mountain channels, the sediment that makes up the bed of the river very rarely moves except during extreme flood events. (sciencedaily.com)
A warmer atmosphere holds more moisture, so precipitation can be heavier and cause more extreme flooding. (journals.plos.org)
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