Flash-flood risk lingers across the Southwest after Rachel’s remnants swamped Nevada
Summary
The remains of Tropical Storm Rachel caused heavy flooding in Las Vegas and parts of the Southwest, leading to flood warnings and watches. Additional rain and thunderstorms are expected in the region due to a different weather system, but the wet weather should end by Wednesday.Key Facts
- Las Vegas had severe flooding after receiving 1.08 inches of rain in one day, tying an October rainfall record from 1947.
- Flood watches remain in effect across parts of Utah, southeast Idaho, and northern and central Arizona.
- The flooding was caused by Tropical Storm Rachel’s remnants.
- Additional rain and storms expected are from a separate weather system moving across the West.
- Southern California’s coast experienced strong winds, large waves, and evacuations due to Rachel.
- A historic boardwalk in Long Beach was damaged by the storm’s waves.
- The wet weather is expected to end by Wednesday.
- Other storms like Hurricane Isaias have recently affected the East Coast but are no longer a threat there.
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