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Sudden floods are commonly referred to as "flash floods." These occur within a short period, typically within six hours of intense rainfall or rapid snowmelt, and can lead to dangerous conditions due to their swift onset and strong currents. Flash floods often happen in areas with steep terrain or in urban environments where water cannot be absorbed quickly.
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What are sudden violent floods that occur shortly after a storm what are they called?
flash floods
What is a sudden brief fall off rain called?
floods
What is a sudden violent flood that occurs with in a few hours or even minutes of a storm?
They are called flash floods.
Are floods sudden?
Some yes like a flash flood
What are floods that happen suddenly called?
The Floods that happen suddenly are called Flash Floods.
Charateristics of floods?
One of the characteristics of floods, is a large amount of rain in a short period of time. Another is sudden rain in a very dry low lying area.
What are the famous floods in Asia called?
The famous floods in Asia are called the hurricanes. These floods usually have a devastating effect as they lead to loss of lives and the destruction of property.
A sudden heavy rain shower is called a?
Sudden heavy rain is called a Cloud Burst of a Squall.
How is the worlds climate affected by flash flooding?
Flash flooding does not affect the climate. Flash floods are usually caused by sudden rainstorms.
Is a sudden complete change in government?
a sudden change ingovernment called?
What is the moment of sudden understanding is called?
The moment of sudden understanding is called an epiphany. It refers to a sudden realization or insight that brings about a new understanding or perspective on a situation or problem.
Why are floods called floods?
It is from the Old English 'Flod', Germanic 'Flut' and Dutch 'Vloed' all meaning inundation.
