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Flash-Flood Alert Soaks Las Vegas as F1 Grand Prix Preparations Hit Snags

Forecasts indicate the worst of the rain passes before on-track sessions begin.

Overview

  • The National Weather Service placed Las Vegas under a flood watch from Tuesday into early Wednesday, with a flash-flood window from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. local time.
  • Officials warned of 0.5 to 1 inch of rain and rapid runoff in sensitive basins after a wetter-than-usual weekend for the desert city.
  • Videos circulated showing localized flooding across the city, including water on publicly accessible sections of the Las Vegas Street Circuit.
  • Outlets report qualifying has a lower rain risk and the main night race is expected to be mostly dry, though pre-event logistics could be affected.
  • Cold conditions near 11–14°C are forecast to challenge tyre warm-up and setup, with the race arriving as Round 22 and Lando Norris leading Oscar Piastri by 24 points.