Here’s Why Record-High Flash Flood Warnings Were Issued in U.S. This Year

Here’s why record-high flash flood warnings were issued in U.S. this year

Climate change and improved weather systems have contributed to record-high flash flood warnings this year

U.S. hit with record number of flash flood warnings

More than 3,000 flash flood warnings have been issued in the U.S. so far this year — the highest number on record, according to data from Iowa State University.

As flash floods rage, the tropical Atlantic stays mellow » Yale Climate Connections

Flash flood warnings from the National Weather Service have hit a record pace this year, while the Atlantic hurricane season stays at a low ebb. The post As flash floods rage, the tropical Atlantic stays mellow appeared first on Yale Climate Connections.

Record Highs in Flash Flood Warnings Issued

This summer has been notably impacted by intense rainfall and flooding. States including Texas, New Mexico, North Carolina, Illinois, New York, and New Jersey have faced significant flood events recently. Earlier this month, the nation experienced at least four rainfall events classified as 1,000-year storms within a single week. In June, flash floods claimed at [...] The post Record Highs in Flash Flood Warnings Issued appeared first on Mondo N…