02.11.2026 18:13
The city of Las Vegas in the US state of Nevada was hit first by a dust storm and then by severe torrential rain. While the dust cloud carried by strong winds reduced visibility, the downpour that took effect shortly afterward turned roads into lakes. As vehicles caught in floodwaters drifted, one person died in the neighboring city of Henderson after rescue teams responded.
Las Vegas, Nevada, US was hit first by a dust storm and then by heavy downpours. While the dust cloud carried by strong winds reduced visibility, the downpour that took effect shortly afterward turned roads into lakes. Vehicles caught in floodwaters were swept away, and one person died in neighboring Henderson after rescue teams intervened.
DUST CLOUD BLANKETED THE CITY
The storm, which was effective on October 30, negatively affected daily life in Las Vegas and its surroundings. A dense dust cloud carried by strong winds covered the sky in some parts of the city. Traffic became difficult to navigate due to reduced visibility. The dust cloud created by the storm briefly produced scenes in the city that resembled a sandstorm.
HEAVY RAIN TURNED ROADS INTO LAKES
The heavy downpour that took effect after the dust storm caused flash flooding in the Las Vegas Valley. Some roads and underpasses were submerged. Numerous vehicles were stranded in floodwaters, and some were swept away by the current.
The US National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings for areas including Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, and Henderson. Authorities warned drivers not to enter water-covered roads.
ONE PERSON DIED IN THE FLOOD
In Henderson, where the storm was effective, rescue operations were carried out for people caught in floodwaters. One of the people rescued through the teams' intervention died despite all efforts at the hospital.
Authorities asked citizens to be cautious against the risk of heavy rain and flash flooding, to stay away from flooded roads, and to follow current weather warnings.