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Environmental Science

The Role of Wetlands in Flood Mitigation

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A single acre of wetland can store up to 1.5 million gallons of floodwater—enough to cover a football field three feet deep.

Why this is interesting

After a heavy storm, rivers swell and towns flood—yet some areas remain dry. What natural feature acts like a giant sponge, soaking up floodwaters before they reach our streets?