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Research confirms increase in river flooding and droughts in U.S., Canada – Phys.org
The number of “extreme streamflow” events observed in river systems have increased significantly across the United States and Canada over the last century, according…
The number of “extreme streamflow” events observed in river systems have increased significantly across the United States and Canada over the last century, according to a study from Dartmouth College.
In regions where water runoff from snowmelt is a main contributor to river streamflow, the study found a rise in extreme events, such as flooding.
In drought-prone regions in the western and southeastern U.S., the study found that the frequency of extreme low-flow events has also become more common,…
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