Meaning of the word "flash flood" in English

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flash flood

US /ˈflæʃ flʌd/
UK /ˈflæʃ flʌd/
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Noun

1.

a sudden local flood, typically due to heavy rain

Example:
The desert area was hit by a severe flash flood.
Residents were warned about the possibility of a flash flood after continuous heavy rainfall.
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