Click on a state to learn more about the types of flooding experienced there and how residents can protect their lives and property. You will also find information on the top 5 floods for each state, learn which National Weather Service offices forecast for the area and more!

Flooding is an overflowing of water onto land that is normally dry. Floods can happen during heavy rains, when ocean waves come on shore, when snow melts quickly, or when dams or levees break. Damaging flooding may happen with only a few inches of water, or it may cover a house to the rooftop.

Oct 25, 2024 · Extreme weather has thrashed the United States this year with more flood emergencies than any other year — a deadly, sobering statistic that scientists say paints a picture of the future as the...

Sep 26, 2023 · It describes the types of flooding, the contribution of climate change, historical trends of flood impacts and costs, the role of exposure to rising flood costs, and social vulnerability to flooding—which leads to uneven impacts of …

Jan 14, 2025 · Floods may: Result from rain, snow, coastal storms, storm surges and overflows of dams and other water systems. Develop slowly or quickly. Flash floods can come with no warning. Cause outages, disrupt transportation, damage buildings …

Here you will find an interactive flood map, information describing the different types of flooding and educational material. You will also learn how the National Weather Service keeps you aware of potentially dangerous flooding situations through alerts and warnings.

Nov 3, 2023 · A growing number of coastal and inland communities are finding themselves underwater. Here’s how climate change plays a role in flooding, and what we can do about it.

Mar 24, 2023 · Flash flooding is weather’s No. 2 killer, claiming more lives than anything but heat, so it’s important to understand what causes it and how to stay safe. A flash flood can happen anywhere...

Rainfall that is normally absorbed by soil and vegetation can run off almost instantly, causing creeks and drainage areas to flood much earlier and with higher magnitude than normal. A flash flood is caused by heavy or excessive rainfall in a short …

2 days ago · Flash flood warnings and several inches of rain fell across parts of the chain of islands as part of a storm system moving southeast. By Christine Hauser Torrential rains unleashed flooding and ...