flood
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A Pineapple Express storm is expected to bring several inches of rain and high winds into the region between Tuesday and Saturday, possibly causing flooding, mudslides and other hazards.
From Los Angeles Times
The Pineapple Express storm bearing down on Southern California could bring heavy rain and strong winds throughout Christmas week, potentially triggering mudslides, downing trees and flooding not only freeways but also homes and businesses.
From Los Angeles Times
When the floods spill over Botswana’s Okavango Delta every year, fat antelopes congregate in lush grazing grounds and big predators treat the islands like snack bars.
Police publicly released a blurry snapshot of a rotund man in a dark jacket and hat, and the surveillance footage, sparking a flood of online speculation.
California’s “mutual aid” policy kicked in and flooded Los Angeles with fire crews from other cities and states.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
