Caribbean – Rain from Hurricane Fiona Triggers Deadly Floods and Mudslides
Hurricane Fiona dumped more than 25 inches / 635 mm of rain as it made its way across Puerto Rico. At least 2 people lost their lives in the storm…
USA
Floods in USA
USA – Hundreds Evacuate as “Unprecedented Storm” Causes Coastal Flooding in Alaska
The remnants of Typhoon Merbok caused widespread flooding in coastal areas of western Alaska, USA, from 17 September 2022. Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy issued a disaster declaration in response to…
USA – Deadly Flash Floods in Texas After 385mm of Rain in 24 Hours
As much as 385 mm of rain fell in 24 hours in parts of northern Texas, triggering flash floods across the Dallas-Fort Worth area, 21 to 22 August 2022. Meanwhile…
USA – State of Emergency Declared After Floods in West Virginia
The Governor of West Virginia, USA, declared a state of emergency for two southern counties after floods from heavy rainfall on 15 August 2022. The city of Charleston recorded 112.8…
USA – 2 Die in Las Vegas Flash Floods
Two people died in flash floods that struck in Las Vegas and parts of southern Nevada state, USA, on 11 August 2022. The National Weather Service said the rain was…
USA – Flash Floods in Death Valley Leave Hundreds Stranded
Hundreds of people were left stranded by flash floods in parts of Death Valley National Park in USA after nearly a year’s worth of rain fell in just three hours.…
USA – Emergency Declared After 15 Killed in Kentucky Flash Floods
At least fifteen people have died after flash flooding caused widespread damage across areas of eastern Kentucky, USA, from 27 July 2022. Many people are still unaccounted for and officials…
USA – Severe Flash Floods in Missouri After Record Rainfall
Record rainfall caused severe flash flooding in parts of Missouri on 26 July 2022. The Mayor of St Louis has declared a state of emergency, while emergency services have rescued…
USA – Rain on Burn Scar Areas Triggers Deadly Flooding in Colorado
Heavy rain falling on burn scar areas in the USA has caused flash flooding in the states of Arizona and Colorado where two people lost their lives. Colorado Two people…
USA – Over 40 Unaccounted For After Flash Floods in Virginia
Update, 15 July 2022: Virginia Department of Emergency Management confirmed that all 44 people have since been accounted for in the impacted area. No fatalities were reported as a result…
USA – Evacuations and Rescues After Record Flooding in Southern Montana, Yellowstone National Park Closed
Communities in southern Montana were left isolated after flooding washed out roads and bridges. Yellowstone National Park officials closed all entrances to the park until further notice. Some areas have…
USA – Emergency Declared After Deadly Flash Floods in West Virginia
The Governor of West Virginia, USA, declared a state of emergency for 3 counties affected by heavy rain and flooding from 06 May 2022. Governor Jim Justice declared a state…
USA – Ice Jam Causes Flood Emergency in Manley Hot Springs
An ice jam along the Tanana River has caused flooding in areas of Manley Hot Springs, Yukon–Koyukuk Census Area, Alaska, USA. National Weather Service described the flooding as the worst…
USA – Flood Rescues After Heavy Rain in Arkansas and Oklahoma
Dozens of people have been rescued from flooding after parts of eastern Oklahoma and northwestern Arkansas saw very heavy rainfall overnight from 04 May 2022. The city of Rogers in…
USA and Canada – Evacuations After Widespread Flooding in Manitoba, North Dakota and Minnesota
Heavy rain, snowmelt and ice jams have caused widespread flooding in parts of Manitoba Province, Canada, and neighbouring North Dakota and Minnesota, USA, since late April 2022. Manitoba Province, Canada…
USA – Floods Cause Traffic Chaos in Alabama
Storms in Alabama, USA brought heavy rainfall and flash flooding on roads and highways in the Birmingham Metropolitan area on 16 March 2022. Jefferson County Emergency Management Agency reported flooded…
