Understanding the difference between flooding and flash flooding

Name: Understanding the difference between flooding and flash flooding
Uploaded: 2026-03-04T12:05:06Z
Duration: 28 s
Description: A Fox Weather meteorologist explains the difference between regular flooding, where bodies of water overflow onto dry land, and flash flooding, which involves rapid and dangerous rises in water levels due to heavy rain, capable of sweeping away debris, vehicles, and even people.

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A Fox Weather meteorologist explains the difference between regular flooding, where bodies of water overflow onto dry land, and flash flooding, which involves rapid and dangerous rises in water levels due to heavy rain, capable of sweeping away debris, vehicles, and even people.