Thursday, August 13, 2015

Severe Thunderstorm Pummels Las Vegas Valley, Leaving Thousands without Power, Flooding Streets

Carolyn Williams
Published: August 13,2015
A severe thunderstorm pummeled the Las Vegas area on Thursday, knocking out power to thousands and flooding multiple roadways.
Around 10,900 NV Energy customers lost power as rain and heavy winds lashed the city, KVVU-TV reported.
“Las Vegas received more than a month's worth of rainfall in less than two hours today. 0.45" of rain was reported, while the city averages 0.33" of rain for the entire month of August. Also, the drenching thunderstorm brought welcome relief to the heat as temperatures dropped from 101 degrees 81 degrees in an hour, thanks to the rain,” said weather.com meteorologist Quincy Vagell.
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The deluge of rainfall flooded multiple roadways in the area, prompting road closures and causing several accidents, according to the Las Vegas Sun. Some motorists stranded in floodwaters were rescued, the report added.
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Flooding on Paradise just south of Tropicana! Be careful driving out there!!

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The storm grounded and diverted several flights scheduled to arrive at McCarran International Airport, the Associated Press said. Departure delays averaged at least 2 hours. 
At least 679 lightning strikes were reported in the area during the storm, Vagell said. The system has since died down.
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