torrential rain
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The term refers to warmer-than-average waters along the equatorial Pacific that can influence weather across the globe, raising the odds of searing drought in some regions and torrential rain in others.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
In torrential rain, Senegal goalkeeper Edouard Mendy regularly dried his gloves, but the ball boys repeatedly tried to discard his towel.
From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026
Los Angeles motorists and pedestrians aren’t the only ones who struggle to navigate torrential rain.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026
At least 19 people are now believed to have died in recent weeks in South Africa due to floods caused by torrential rain.
From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026
He was pale as smoke, and Harry could see right through him to the dark sky and torrential rain outside.
From "Harry Potter And The Chamber Of Secrets" by J. K. Rowling
