FLOODS
Choose the best word from the box to complete the following sentences.
o combine
o dams
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o human-made
o pieces
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o potential
o widespread
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o devastating
o flooding
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o prevent
o snow
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CAUSES OF FLOODS
Floods cause ___________ damage. Unfortunately, there is little we
can do to _____ flooding in some situations. There are several causes for
_________ including deep ______ melt,
icy rivers, and broken __________.
First, when deep snow melts it creates large amounts of water. When
heavy rain and sudden warm temperatures ___________with the deep snow, floods
can occur. Second, rivers that are covered in ice can cause floods when the ice
melts. The ice ____________ form dams which break and cause flooding. Third,
________ dams can break and cause _______ damage. The water from these dams can be as
powerful as a tidal wave. Our best plan of attack against flooding is to
recognize the _________ for flooding in certain conditions.
