Spate (noun)

1. A large number of similar things happening at the same time.
2. A sudden outpouring of a particular thing.

Origin:

Middle english (denoting a flood or heavy flow of water): from old english spæt, of germanic origin; related to german spate "a spate".

Examples:

1. There has been a spate of burglaries in the area recently.
2. The company is currently experiencing a spate of financial difficulties.
3. He was overwhelmed by a spate of emotions.
4. She had a spate of good luck.
5. The country is facing a spate of political crises.