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The dangerous reality of flash flooding

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Hundreds remain missing in Texas as search and rescues continue after the horrific flooding that occurred in Kerr County. AccuWeather's Jon Porter explains the dangerous reality of flash flooding.

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  • Flash flooding in Kerr County, Texas, caused a rapid 30-foot rise in water levels, leaving hundreds missing.
  • Historical context shows flash flooding is a recurring threat in Texas, with previous deadly events in 2015 and 1987. 14s
  • The term 'one-in-a-thousand-year flood' refers to a 0.1% chance of such an event in any given year, not that it only happens once every thousand years. 49s
  • Timely warnings were issued before the flooding, but significant loss of life still occurred, stressing the need for immediate response to alerts. 3m 23s
  • Meteorologists urge public officials and businesses to enact safety plans and respond quickly to flood warnings to save lives. 4m 14s
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