flood n 1 : a rising and overflowing of a body of water, esp. onto normally dry land. A flash flood is a sudden flood which can sweep away property, automobiles and people in seconds. Flash floods kill more people in the US than tornadoes and lightning combined.
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Storm waves crash against blue wall, Typhoon Omar.
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People cross flooded street, hurricane, Mexico.
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