
Explaining the difference between flooding and flash flooding
Fox Weather Live Weekend · FWX · Mar 14, 2026 · 30sSign Up NowAlready a subscriber?
Meteorologist Ari Sarsalari clarifies the distinctions between regular flooding, where bodies of water overflow onto dry land without rushing water, and flash flooding, which is characterized by rapid water level rises and dangerous rushing water capable of sweeping away vehicles and people. He emphasizes the importance of understanding these differences for safety.