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Rain From Tropical Storm Rachel Causes Flooding Across Las Vegas
More than 1 inch of rain prompted a Flash Flood Warning as stranded cars and road closures spread across the valley, officials said.
- On Sunday morning, Tropical Storm Rachel drenched the Las Vegas valley, causing widespread flooding that forced road closures throughout the region.
- More than one inch of rain fell early Sunday on the valley's west side, prompting a Flash Flood Warning that remains in effect through 5 a.m. Monday.
- The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada closed I-15 near the Nevada-California state line, while floodwaters impacted the Las Vegas Strip, The LINQ, and Hotel Rio.
- Koval Lane and Winnick Avenue remain closed due to flooding, while cameras captured stranded cars navigating the rising water across the city.
- A Flood Watch and Wind Advisory remain in effect through 5 a.m. Monday, though meteorologists predict only a slight chance of additional showers later today.
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Las Vegas flooding update: NWS issues flood watch as Tropical Storm Rachel brings record rainfall - THE LOCAL REPORT ARTICLES
vegas broke its daily rainfall record on Sunday, October 11, after receiving more than an inch of rain as Tropical Storm Rachel brought heavy showers and thunderstorms to the area. The downpour also led to a flash flood warning. Las Vegas recorded 1.08 inches of rain by Sunday morning, breaking its daily rainfall record, (Unsplash/ ...
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