life-threatening
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At least three hurricanes have developed in the central and eastern Pacific since July, including Hurricanes Fausto and Genevieve, which generated life-threatening waves, strong rip currents and high surf warnings for Southern California.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Forecasters warned of life-threatening flooding and mudslides, with as much as 25 inches of rain possible at higher elevations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 16, 2026
Hungary's ambulance service said it had treated one person with life-threatening injuries, nine people with serious injuries and a further 37 people with minor injuries.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
The heavy rainfall "will produce life-threatening flooding and mudslides, especially in areas of steep terrain."
From Barron's ● Aug. 15, 2026
It was not life-threatening, as the rope-assisted passage across the cliff face had been.
From "Son" by Lois Lowry
