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Impervious surfaces can worsen flash flooding

Parking lots and other paved surfaces increase runoff and can contribute to flash flooding. The report discusses mitigation measures.

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Urban runoff can increase flood risk for communities during heavy rain.

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  1. How parking lots and other surfaces contribute to flash flooding - and what can be done about it ↗wvxu.org · Recorded source date: Sep 3, 2026, 11:46 AM UTC

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