4 Types of Floods

While all floods are basically an overflow of water, not all floods share the same causes. Here are some of the different kinds of floods your business might face, depending on your location, facility, and the season.

River floods

River floods occur when rivers or streams exceed their capacity and overflow their banks. They are often caused by prolonged and heavy rainfall over large watersheds or floodplains.

Flash floods

Flash floods occur within a short period, typically a few hours or even minutes. They happen when intense rainfall or snowmelt overwhelms the capacity of the soil to absorb water, leading to rapid runoff. They often occur in areas already damaged by wildfires, as well as narrow canyons and areas without good drainage like city streets or neighborhoods.

Storm surges

Storm surges occur when coastal water levels rise higher than the normal tide. Storm surge is usually the result of tropical storms, hurricanes, or strong coastal winds and low atmospheric pressure.

Dam or levee failure floods

Dam or levee failure floods occur when dams or levees, which are built to control water flow fail or are breached. The failure can happen for various reasons, such as structural defects, excessive inflow, or overtopping caused by heavy rainfall or snowmelt.

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