This is a result of weak geological formation and intense rainfall over the region.

There are a number of simple but effective adaptation options possible at a local scale to deal with intense rainfall and temperature rises.

Flows can be triggered by intense rainfall, glacial melt, or a combination of the two.

The intense rainfall led to significant flash flooding that covered several roads and inundated homes.

The 'head' may have been created during a short period of fast erosion immediately following intense rainfall.

It may be caused by intense rainfall, thaw or flood.

There have also been occurrences of severe flash floods caused by intense rainfall.

The intense rainfall has led to fears over the condition of the coffee crop in Guatemala, the region's biggest producer.

Additionally, climate change could give rise to more frequent and intense rainfall, resulting in flash flooding.

Furthermore, climate change in our own countries means more intense rainfall, longer dry spells and less snowfall.