The Las Vegas Strip seen on Monday, September 2, 2013. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for areas of Henderson late in the afternoon.
Monday, Sept. 2, 2013 | 3:51 p.m.
What it means
When the National Weather Service issues a flood watch, advisory or warning:
• Flood watch: Indicates that conditions are favorable for flooding that could pose a risk to life and property. Watches are issued up to 48 hours in advance.
• Flood advisory: Issued when flash flooding is imminent, generally within six hours. This is usually issued based on heavy rainfall causing dangerous small stream or urban flooding.
• Flood warning: Similar to an advisory but is issued for significant events that will pose a risk to life and property.
A flash flood warning has been issued for Henderson as two separate thunderstorms are expected to drench the area.
The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for areas of Henderson near Boulder Highway until 5:15 p.m. The first thunderstorm has already dumped up to 0.5 inch of rain in some areas in just 15 minutes, with more rain expected to come before a second thunderstorm rolls into the area, weather service officials said.
Water 6 inches deep has been reported flowing along Sunset Road and Mountain Vista Street, while 4-inch-deep water is covering Sunset and Stephanie Street, officials said.
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