Why Flash Flooding Is Increasing Across the U.S. & Essential Safety Tips 💧

Flash floods like those that have occurred in recent weeks can be incredibly destructive due to how hard they are to predict. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), “[Flash floods] can happen within minutes of the causative rainfall, limiting the time available to warn and protect the public.”

And they seem to be getting even more extreme.

Here’s why flash floods are getting worse, and how you can best stay safe.