Monsoons can be over just as fast as they develop, but their impacts can last a lot longer. Remember, the dangers of flash ...

The National Weather Service (NWS) issued urgent flash flood warnings and severe thunderstorm warnings for parts of the desert in southern Nevada, western Arizona, and southern California on ...

Summer monsoon season (late July through September) can bring flash floods, especially in places like Buckskin. Even in dry months, storms can build quickly. “Start early,” says Clery.

Situated along Route 66, Amboy, Calif. once boasted 200 residents, three gas stations, three motels, two cafes, a post office, a school and a church. Now it’s a ghost town.

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Heavy Rain Causes Deadly Flash Floods in West Virginia By Axel Boada and Shawn Paik • June 15, 2025 ...