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Ways to help reduce the dangers of floods?
One of the best ways to help reduce the dangers of flood is to make new laws which restrict human activity, such as building, in a floodplain. Some areas of the country will not allow construction in areas which have flooded over the last 100 years. This law is called the "100 floodplain law". Another way to reduce the dangers of flood is to reduce stream side erosion. If the banks of rivers erode, it is easier for the banks to wash out and flood surrounding areas. Another way to control the dangers of floods is to check dikes and levies designed to keep flood water out. Levy and dike failure were responsible for much of the catastrophe in the great New Orleans flood. Finally, flood dangers can be reduced by careful water control at reservoirs and damns.
What are some ways we can reduce the negative impact people have on floods?
To reduce the negative impact people have on floods, we can implement better land-use planning that avoids construction in flood-prone areas. Enhancing natural landscapes, such as wetlands and forests, can improve water absorption and reduce runoff. Additionally, investing in sustainable infrastructure, like permeable pavements and green roofs, can help manage stormwater more effectively. Public education on flood preparedness and responsible environmental practices also plays a crucial role in minimizing flood risks.
In what two ways can hurricane cause floods?
it can cause floods by saying hey wat you doin and it can cause floods by the hurricane looking at the water.....LOL
What river ways did the Brisbane floods affect?
The Brisbane floods of 1974 affected the Brisbane River and the Bremer River basin.
What is the effective way to reduce your tummy?
There are many ways, but I think that Sit-Ups or Curls will help you the most.
What are symptoms or postnatal depression and what are ways to reduce them?
Symptoms of postnatal depression is depression after the baby is born. Talking to a counselor is a good way to help reduce the depression.
What are two ways floods can be controlled?
building dams and drainage channels
How is floods destructive?
it changes the ways from the dam and it keeps from water coming
How do humans contribute to flooding?
There are many ways how humans can contribute to floods...one way could be cutting down trees. Trees help control floods, without trees...the space is cleared and the flood is faster, with soil (can also make an ugly mudslide/flood)
In what ways did the Indus River help farmer in what ways did it hurt them?
The Indus River helped farmers by providing water for the growth of plants and silt to fertile the land. The river hurt farmers due to floods that would ruin their crops.
Which of the following best describes an outcome of the 1970s oil crisis in the United states?
Americans began to realize the dangers of relying heavily on foreign fuel (APEX)
WHAT ARE WAYS LIVING THINGS ARE AFFECTED BY CHANGE?
They can change by Wildfires, Droughts or Floods
