A flash flood differs from a standard flood by developing in under six hours
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The NASA Global Precipitation Measurement Mission official record reports that flash floods differ from standard floods by developing in under six hours.
What is a flash flood? | NASA Global Precipitation Measurement Mission
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What is a flash flood?
A flash flood is a rapid rise of water along a stream or low-lying urban area. Flash flooding occurs within six hours of a significant rain event and is usually caused by intense storms that produce heavy rainfall in a short amount of time.