What's behind the uptick in flash flooding events in the U.S.?

What's behind the uptick in flash flooding events in the U.S.?

July 10, 2025 11:52 am EST.

CNN's Derek Van Dam explains why the U.S. is reporting more frequent flash flooding events and what it could mean for residents living in vulnerable regions in the future.

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