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Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Dangerous floodwaters got 'deeper and deeper' as epic storm submerged San Diego

Flash floods in San Diego caused by historic rainfall left hundreds of families dealing with extensive damage to their homes.
San Diego officials are focusing on recovery efforts and addressing storm drain failures that contributed to the flooding. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

San Diegans cry, hug, outside damaged homes after stunning flash floods in normally balmy city

San Diego experienced its fourth-wettest day in nearly 175 years due to a heavy rainstorm.
Residents were caught off guard and saw their homes and vehicles damaged by flash floods. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

Raging waters sweep away vehicles and flood homes in San Diego. See the devastation

San Diego experiences severe flash floods due to record rainfall
Mayor declares a state of emergency and urges residents to stay safe [ more ]
moresan-diego
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Toronto to see a wet, windy Friday, Environment Canada warns | CBC News

Residents in Toronto should prepare for a wet Friday with heavy rainfall and strong winds, increasing the risk of flash floods and utility outages. [ more ]
therealdeal.com
3 months ago
LA real estate

1.1M SoCal Homes Face Risk of Flash Flood Damage

1. One in five residential properties in Southern California have a moderate or greater risk of suffering damage from flash floods.
2. Typical home insurance policies do not cover flood damage, so a separate flood policy is required. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Nearly 38 million people in California under flood watch as rain batters state

Record levels of rain and dangerous flooding have caused havoc in California, with millions of people under flood alerts.
At least two people have died and there are ongoing threats of flash flooding, landslides, and mudslides. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
California

California braces for severe storms with strong winds and flash flooding risk

Severe storms are forecasted to hit California, bringing heavy rain, high winds, and the risk of flash floods.
The storms will be particularly dangerous in areas with burn scars from past wildfires or areas already saturated by previous rains. [ more ]
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