flooding
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-011263
1. The temporary submergence of land that is normally dry, often due to periodic events such as storms, see also inundation.
2. When a usually dry area is covered or submerged by water.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-011263 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| Subject | Climate change |
| References | Coastal Sensitivity to Sea-level Rise Glossary and Acronyms; Resilience and Adaptation in New England (RAINE) Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "1. The temporary submergence of land that is normally dry, often due to periodic events such as storms, see also inundation.\n\n2. When a usually dry area is covered or submerged by water.",
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"Resilience and Adaptation in New England (RAINE) Glossary"
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