Climate change has made extreme rainfall more common and more intense. But many flood risk maps have yet to catch up.

Many people in the United States receive little or no information about flood risk when they move into a new home or apartment. Here's how you can learn about your flood risk.

Climate change is increasing the risk of dangerous floods. But people often balk at the cost of flood insurance, especially since many doubt they need protection.

Florida and the central Gulf Coast face a risk of flash flooding in the coming days. A summer camp in Central Texas serving disabled youths reopened barely a week after the flooding. An army of volunteers helped it clean up.

More storms are on the way that could fuel flash flooding across DC, Maryland and Virginia. Here's the expected timeline.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected across Northeast Ohio on Wednesday, with forecasters warning of a heightened risk for localized flooding — especially in urban areas.

The risk for flash flooding won't just be confined to today, as data shows the risk for flash flooding remaining in place Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and likely on Sunday too. There will be some big gaps in the rain, though, including most of Friday, looking dry and pleasant.

A flash flood warning has been issued for parts of Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. The storm could produce rainfall rates of 2 to 3 inches per hour. A flash flood warning is in effect for northwest D.C. and parts of Montgomery, Arlington and Fairfax counties until 8:45 p.m.