Climate experts have identified an atmospheric configuration that can release huge volumes of water in a matter of minutes. Led by Newcastle University and the UK Met Office, the research helps explain some of the world's most dangerous flash-flood events and may aid future improvements in identifying risk.

The advisory was in place for Ocean County. "High tide has passed and water levels have decreased. Therefore, the Coastal Flood Advisory will be allowed to expire. Minor flooding may reoccur near the times of high tide tonight and Monday morning," explains the National Weather Service.

New research reveals atmospheric signals that appear before deadly flash floods, helping forecasters detect extreme rainfall events sooner.

Residents in one Australian state are being warned of potential flash flooding and damaging winds as a cyclone prepares to make landfall.