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Relationship Between Wildfires and Floods

10/24/24 – It may seem counterintuitive, but there is a well-recognized relationship between wildfires and floods. What is it? Simple. Wildfires create conditions that increase the risk of future flooding. Specifically, they affect infiltration; runoff volume and speed; erosion; sedimentation; and more. How Wildfires Increase Future Flood Risk Here’s an outline of the the relationship […]

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24% Ahead of Rainfall for Year, Houston Slips into Drought

10/18/24 – According to the US Drought Monitor, Houston has officially slipped into a moderate drought. Talk about wacky weather. According to the National Weather Service, the Houston area has already recorded its average annual rainfall – with two and a half months left in the year. NOAA shows that normally we receive 41.52 inches […]

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