Flash Floods

What is a flash flood?

• A flash flood is a slow and gradual flooding caused by heavy rainfall or a dam failure.

• A flash flood is a type of tsunami caused by an earthquake.

• A flash flood is a sudden and rapid flooding caused by heavy rainfall or a dam failure.

• A flash flood is a result of excessive melting of snow and ice.

Name one cause of flash floods.

• Deforestation

• Climate change

• Drought

• Urbanization

True or False: Flash floods can occur in urban areas.

• False.

• Flash floods only occur in rural areas.

• Urban areas are not prone to flash floods.

• True

What are the effects of flash floods on buildings?

• Flash floods can weaken the foundation, cause structural damage, and lead to collapse of buildings.

• Flash floods can cause water damage to buildings.

• Flash floods can wash away buildings completely.

• Flash floods can result in mold growth in buildings.

How can heavy rainfall lead to flash floods?

• Heavy rainfall saturates the ground and causes rivers and streams to overflow, leading to flash floods.

• Heavy rainfall causes the soil to become compacted, preventing water from being absorbed and leading to flash floods.

• Heavy rainfall creates strong winds that push water onto land, causing flash floods.

• Heavy rainfall increases the water level in lakes and ponds, causing flash floods.

True or False: Flash floods can be predicted accurately.

• Flash floods can only be predicted with 100% accuracy

• False

• Flash floods cannot be predicted at all

• True

What precautions can be taken to stay safe during a flash flood?

• Driving through floodwaters is safe as long as you have a large vehicle.

• Wearing a raincoat will protect you from flash floods.

• Precautions to stay safe during a flash flood include staying informed, avoiding floodwaters, moving to higher ground, having an emergency kit, following evacuation orders, and staying away from power lines.

• Standing near power lines during a flash flood is a good idea.

What is the difference between a flash flood and a regular flood?

• Flash floods occur in urban areas, while regular floods occur in rural areas.

• Flash floods are more destructive than regular floods.

• Flash floods are caused by heavy rainfall, while regular floods are caused by overflowing rivers.

• Flash floods are sudden and rapid, while regular floods are slow and prolonged.

What are the environmental impacts of flash floods?

• Flash floods can cause erosion, water pollution, and disruption of ecosystems.

• Flash floods can cause depletion of natural resources, disruption of agricultural activities, and increased risk of landslides.

• Flash floods can result in increased greenhouse gas emissions, destruction of infrastructure, and spread of diseases.

• Flash floods can lead to deforestation, soil erosion, and loss of biodiversity.

True or False: Flash floods only occur near rivers and lakes.

• True

• Flash floods only occur in urban areas.

• Flash floods only occur during the summer.

• False