Water-related Hazards in Wisconsin
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Flood hazards
Wisconsin flood hazard page
Floods in Wisconsin usually are caused by thunderstorms associated with slow-moving frontal systems in the summer. Winter floods can occur when rain falls on snow causing rapid snowmelt. Ice jam floods are also a hazard in Wisconsin.
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Drought hazards
Wisconsin drought hazard page
Drought refers to abnormal dryness of Wisconsin water resources. Normal dryness that occurs during the summer does not constitute a drought. Drought commonly is perceived to be an abnormally long period without rainfall or snowfall. A decreased frequency or amount of precipitation, however, is not the only climatological factor that causes drought. Droughts are also associated with abnormal weather systems, global climate change, or air-earth temperature changes. |
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Earthquake hazards
Wisconsin earthquake hazard page
Earthquakes can have a impact on water. Water quality, water availability, and flood hazards can be affected by seismic activity. |
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