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Flooding on Las Vegas Strip Prompts Warning Ahead of F1 Grand Prix

A flood warning remains in effect, with organizers expressing confidence the Las Vegas Grand Prix will proceed.

Overview

  • The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for parts of southern Nevada including Las Vegas after several days of unusual November rainfall.
  • Videos show standing water around the Linq and High Roller area and wet sections of the street circuit, indicating localized flooding near the course.
  • Motorsport photographer Kym Illman and other observers describe the water on track as limited and do not anticipate a material impact on the race weekend.
  • Forecasters expect additional bursts of heavy rain and possible thunderstorms that can rapidly fill low-lying washes, with showers likely overnight Thursday into Friday when practice is scheduled.
  • The weather has renewed scrutiny of the street circuit’s readiness, recalling the 2023 practice halt caused by a loose manhole cover.