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Runoff from infrequent rainstorms creates what in the desert?
Flash floods - a big killer of humans in desert regions.
In a desert biome describe the damage caused by flash floods?
describe what a desert biome is
Can flooding occur in the desert?
Yes, flash floods are relatively common in some desert areas.
What are rapid flows of water that fill desert stream beds?
Flash floods that sometimes suddenly form after a thunderstorm in the desert.
How do desert streams differ from those in humid regions?
desert streams get flash floods more than the streams in the humid places.
What are facts about Las Vegas Nevada?
A super interesting fact is in the desert you can die from thirst or flash floods
How did flash floods get their name?
Flash floods are floods that happen quickly and without warning. Like they appear in a "flash".
What are sudden violent floods that occur shortly after a storm what are they called?
flash floods
What are floods that happen suddenly called?
The Floods that happen suddenly are called Flash Floods.
What natural disaster can affect a desert?
Deserts are prone to occasional flash floods during unusually heavy rains.
What is the difference between floods and flash floods?
Flash floods are floods that are caused by a storm. Normal floods are caused by non-stop rain.
How is there a flash flood in the desert if the desert is dry?
Desert soil is frequently quite thin and cannot absorb much water. Also, if there has not been rain for a long time, the soil and sand are very slow to absorb water. There is a shortage of plants to absorb water and stabilize the soil . Therefore, if a sudden heavy rain hits an area of desert, the water has no place else to go and quickly fills arroyos causing flash floods.
