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Rainy weather in Las Vegas valley causing dozens of crashes, hundreds of flight delays

Las Vegas storm - 3/15/24
Posted at 12:05 PM, Mar 15, 2024
and last updated 2024-03-15 20:04:35-04

5 p.m. - RTC officials are warning motorists about flooding at Flamingo westbound and U.S. 95. and they are advised to avoid the area.

Flooding at Flamingo/U.S. 95 - 3/15/24

The City of Las Vegas has also canceled Saturday's Animaniacs in Concert due to weather. They are working to reschedule the event.

12 p.m. - Rainy weather across the Las Vegas valley is causing headaches and issues on the roads and in the skies.

On the roads, Nevada State Police said that as of 11:30 a.m., they had responded to 14 property damage crashes, nine personal injury crashes, and two hit and run crashes.

They are reminding drivers to:

  • Always buckle up.
  • Turn your headlights on to be seen.
  • Reduce your speed and maintain distance for conditions.
  • Always use your vehicle's wipers.
  • Watch your braking, brake early and do not slam on your brakes on wet road.
  • Always be aware of flooding and avoid crossing running water or flooded areas.

Turning to the skies, FlightAware, a website that tracks flights across the country, states that as of 11 a.m., 552 flights have been delayed at Harry Reid International Airport and 45 flights have been canceled.
You can track the latest information about flights on the airports online arrivals and departures boards.