70% of Deaths Caused by Flooding Are a Result of People Ignoring Barriers and Driving In To Floodwaters 26 people have died in the United States so far this year as the result of driving into floodwaters according to the NWS. Often these tragedies happen at night when the flooded road is difficult to see. Related:ย NOAA: United States to Face Historic Widespread Flooding this Spring The 26 deaths account for 70% of the total deaths (37) caused by […] WeatherBrains | May 11, 2019 0 Comments