News Summary
Las Vegas has experienced its first measurable rainfall since July 3, resulting in significant flight delays and power outages. The weather conditions are attributed to the remnants of a tropical storm in Southern California and are expected to impact Southern Nevada through the weekend. NV Energy has warned residents about potential flash floods and is prepared to restore power as needed. Airports have reported hundreds of flight delays, and local schools have closed due to outages, raising concern among residents and travelers about ongoing weather hazards.
Las Vegas experienced its first measurable rainfall since July 3, as moisture from the remnants of a tropical storm in Southern California moved into the area. The rain has led to flight delays and power outages, with ongoing weather conditions expected to affect Southern Nevada through Saturday.
As of 4:09 p.m. on Thursday, Harry Reid International Airport reported a total of 406 flight delays, which included 202 departing flights and 204 arrivals. These delays have been attributed to wind conditions, with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) estimating average delays to be between 30 and 39 minutes.
NV Energy issued a warning to residents about the potential impacts of the rainfall, which includes concerns for flash flooding and travel disruptions. The company’s crews are on standby to swiftly restore power in the event of outages. Residents can obtain information regarding power outages at nvenergy.com/outage, where preparation tips for outages are also available.
In addition to travel delays, the College of Southern Nevada’s Charleston Campus was closed on Thursday due to a power outage, leading to the cancellation of all classes for the remainder of the day and night. NV Energy’s outage map indicated that around 900 customers were without power in the vicinity of Charleston and Jones boulevards, near the CSN campus. As of 3:30 p.m. Thursday, the cause of these outages was still under investigation.
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for parts of California and Southern Nevada, warning residents about the possibility of flash floods, especially in places like Death Valley National Park. The weather forecast predicts ongoing rain and thunderstorms across the area, with some regions already experiencing rainfall. Meteorologists have highlighted that even small amounts of rain in arid regions can lead to significant flooding issues due to the lack of vegetation that would typically absorb water.
The flood watch extends to locations including Death Valley National Park, the Eastern Sierra Slopes, and portions of central Nye County in Nevada. Residents and travelers in these regions have been urged to monitor updates from the National Weather Service and to be prepared to act should flash flood warnings be issued.
The moisture delivered by the remnants of the tropical storm has raised concerns regarding environmental conditions in the area, as recent monsoonal episodes have led to excessive rainfall totals in adjoining regions, elevating the risk of flooding in Southern Nevada. With warnings and weather advisories in effect, local authorities are advising everyone to stay vigilant in light of the prevailing weather conditions.
Residents are reminded of the potential for heavy rainfall and flooding, along with travel disruptions. Monitoring local news, weather updates, and following safety guidelines can help ensure a safe experience during the ongoing weather events.
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Additional Resources
- MSN: Driving to California Today – I-15 May See Heavy Rain, Flooding
- Google Search: Weather Flooding California
- Fox 5 Vegas: Heavy Rainfall Causes Flooding in Las Vegas Valley
- Wikipedia: Flood
- New York Times: Las Vegas Flood – Record Rain
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Flood
- Newsweek: Death Valley Flash Flood
- Google News: Death Valley Flood
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