| 单词 | flooding |
| 释义 | flooding (flʌdɪŋ ) uncountable noun B2 If flooding occurs, an area of land that is usually dry is covered with water after heavy rain or after a river or lake flows over its banks. The flooding, caused by three days of torrential rain, is the worst in sixty-five years. Collocations: flooding occurs Many insurers offer emergency cash when flooding occurs. Times, Sunday Times When the flow of water exceeds the capacity of the channel, flooding occurs. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 If major flooding occurs at high tide, impacts may be felt well inland. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Because areal flooding occurs by definition over areas not normally covered by water, any water at all creates a flood. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The natural rock slide can be dangerous and the occasional flash flooding occurs without warning, with a sudden increase in the water volume. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In principle, the compensation you seek should be equivalent to the reduction in the market value of the property caused by the flooding risk. Times, Sunday Times It started to back up 18 months ago, causing a flooding risk in the city. Times, Sunday Times During the spring and summer months, the levels of the river rise significantly from snow melt and pose a flooding risk. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 However, due to lack of maintenance, excessive garbage and siltation, the reservoirs can not effectively avoid the flooding risk. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 As insurers rate risks by postcode, nearby flooding risks can make a home uninsurable. The Sun It predicted still more frequent flooding this century. Chicago Sun-Times More frequent flooding will have an impact on small mammals, particularly those that live in burrows. Times, Sunday Times Due to frequent flooding, the town was moved to higher ground in 1808, on the actual location. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 With such a large river basin and the vast discharge of water, the river makes the towns along its banks highly susceptible to frequent flooding. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Later a boatshed was made available but after frequent flooding it was decided to move to higher ground. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The storm hit border regions yesterday, bringing record rainfall - with heavy flooding sweeping away homes and roads. The Sun Following heavy flooding last year the government offered a 5,000 repair grant to every affected home or business provided the money was spent on increasing resilience. Times, Sunday Times Strong winds and heavy flooding caused 11 casualties and $3 million in crop damage. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In 1953, heavy flooding washed away two houses in the village. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In 1991 and 1992 heavy flooding scoured the canyon and the plant has not been seen since. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Risks of water shortages, coastal flooding and inland flooding are all likely to increase significantly. Times, Sunday Times The theories about its cause include recent inland flooding caused by typhoons and global warming. Times, Sunday Times Inland flooding was also reported in several other counties, though losses were generally minor. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Several rivers broke through embankments, causing widespread inland flooding. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Inland flooding damaged buildings due to fast-rising water and roof collapses. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 There were reports of localized flooding and marginally damaging wind gusts associated with these storms. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 In the latter, localized flooding occurred, especially in the western portions of the province. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Forecasters predicted wind speeds up to 80 mph, and heavy rain, leading to localized flooding. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Increased rainfall could mitigate these effects, but also could contribute to localized flooding. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Heavy localized flooding occurred, with property damage reaching into the hundreds of thousands of dollars. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It was the third time in a week a ruptured main caused major flooding in the capital. The Sun They collected new samples at all the sites following a period of major flooding and found that about 70 per cent of the microplastics had been washed away. Times, Sunday Times The effects of major flooding can be long-lasting. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Work started on the channel in 1947 following major flooding and it was fully operational by 1976. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 During the 1860s following a long period of drought, the record rainfall of 1868 produced major flooding throughout the county. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The joints failed even in cases of non-contact explosions; this prevented the hollow drum from collapsing as designed and resulted in massive flooding. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 This plan proposed seventeen hydraulic structures that would prevent such massive flooding events, protecting homes and businesses. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Occasionally, massive flooding causes huge losses to crops, life and property. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Torrential rains in mid summer cause massive flooding of farmland and villages (by some accounts submerged in a metre of water). Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It was restored again after damage by massive flooding in 1966. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 These trees are also home to as many as 423 types of insect, and they soak up water to help prevent flooding. The Sun A well-maintained river has a greater capacity and quicker flow; both are needed at times of high rainfall to prevent flooding. Times, Sunday Times State-run television showed families being evacuated from fishing boats, and shopkeepers stacked sandbags to prevent flooding as drains became clogged amid torrential rains. Times, Sunday Times Mosses soak up rain and, as a result, help prevent flooding, and also reduce erosion and soil run-off into rivers. Times, Sunday Times Environmentalists say that it may not even prevent flooding. Times, Sunday Times Such floods would be in addition to the river flooding already being caused by surging winter rainfall. Times,Sunday Times But you might think it would be a good idea if such measures were fitted to the 5,800 properties hit mostly by river flooding this year. Times, Sunday Times Subsequent to the storm's passage, the rainfall caused severe river flooding, with many streams and rivers overflowing their banks for several days. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Extreme river flooding resulted in most of the country's 2,000 fatalities. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The precipitation causes severe river flooding, as well as flash flooding and mudslides, and thousands are left homeless. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Replanting trees limits soil erosion, stabilises hillsides, modulates seasonal flooding and protects downstream water resources from siltation. Times, Sunday Times The seasonal flooding of this ancient meadow and grazing by water buffalo and konik ponies has created a mosaic of habitats. Times, Sunday Times The seasonal flooding of the river supports the limited agriculture and grazing conducted in the area. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Their lengths and widths vary with tidal and other seasonal flooding. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 This was a classic swamp consisting of hardwood trees that were subjected to seasonal flooding. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 When we add rising sea levels, then the risk to our communities from serious flooding and coastal inundation are increasing with climate change. Times, Sunday Times Had it not been in operation, communities along the river would have experienced more serious flooding. Times, Sunday Times It goes on to say that 4.5m homes overheat, even in cool summers, while 1.8m people are at risk of serious flooding. Times, Sunday Times Fortunately, the high tides passed without serious flooding, but the threat of further storm surges could return as more storms batter the country this week. Times, Sunday Times Government plans to build half a million new homes on former industrial land pose serious flooding and contamination risks for homeowners, a leading insurer says. Times, Sunday Times It will be displayed at shows to highlight police work, but could be used in the event of severe flooding or environmental disaster. The Sun Insurers may choose to stop providing cover if your area continues to be prone to severe flooding. Times, Sunday Times The risk of severe flooding during high tides occurs when they coincide with strong winds, storm surge and waves associated with low pressure. Times, Sunday Times Retailers in coastal towns will be particularly grateful for the increase, after their businesses were hit hard by severe flooding earlier in the year. Times, Sunday Times Not putting the entire country up on a very high shelf, in the event of severe flooding. Times, Sunday Times By 2015 more than 5,600 properties will no longer be at high risk of sewer flooding. Times, Sunday Times During the year, millions of customers faced water restrictions, while repeat sewer flooding incidents increased from 355 to 549, again blamed on the weather. Times, Sunday Times It said investment in a reservoir and the prevention of sewer flooding would put pressure on customers' bills. Times, Sunday Times Local people are happy that their homes will be free from the horror of sewer flooding. Times, Sunday Times Heavy rain, surface flooding and leaking drainage pipes can trigger the collapse of normally stable cavities hidden beneath the surface. Times, Sunday Times Some areas could suffer surface flooding after intense storms in which 20-30mm of rain could fall within an hour. Times, Sunday Times An active cold front swept southeast, bringing widespread gales, heavy rain and some surface flooding. Times, Sunday Times It warns that roads and transport links are likely to be disrupted by surface flooding, but said it was difficult to predict exactly which areas would be affected. Times, Sunday Times Last week turned more unsettled, with heavy showers and some surface flooding. Times, Sunday Times Insurers are reluctant to cover high-risk homes because of the growing threat of flooding and the huge costs involved in repairing a property. Times, Sunday Times The humble snowman has taken on a new and highly responsible role, helping to fight the threat of flooding. Times, Sunday Times Be prepared for heavy downpours with the threat of flooding. Times, Sunday Times They brought a welcome drenching for parched gardens and parks but also caused travel disruption and raised the threat of flooding. The Sun An estimated 109 million people were affected, 16.15 million of whom were temporarily relocated due to the threat of flooding. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 But with the ground saturated and so many rivers running high, the slightest extra rainfall could trigger flooding in more regions. Times, Sunday Times The rains triggered flooding and landslides and wrecked homes and bridges. The Sun These rains triggered flooding in many areas of the province and affected 38.2 million people. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Prior to classification as a tropical cyclone, the storm dropped over 160mm in of rainfall in some areas, triggering flooding and landslides. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 The typhoon's intense winds and heavy rainfall triggered flooding and damaged crops. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Needless to say, the spectacular rainfalls have set off widespread flooding. Times, Sunday Times The pressure to reduce the budget deficit was a bigger factor in creating this winter's widespread flooding. Times, Sunday Times In theory, injecting aerosols into the stratosphere could cool the planet at a cost of disrupting seasonal weather patterns, leading to widespread flooding or drought. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 After a month of relentless rain and widespread flooding, the latter's observations make illuminating reading. Times, Sunday Times Despite gale-force storms and widespread flooding in many parts of the country, the early appearance of daffodils, right, has taken horticultural staff by surprise. Times, Sunday Times Our hostas, for example, love the winter flooding and grow magnificently well even in a hot, dry summer. Times,Sunday Times These are often dependent on winter flooding to replenish their moisture levels but this year the floods have failed in many areas. Times, Sunday Times The beach neighborhood was subject to frequent winter flooding and high winds. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 It was criticized for its limited goal to provide summer lands, leaving the land subject to winter flooding. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 This can lead to an increased likelihood of winter flooding and reduced late summer river flows. Retrieved from Wikipedia CC BY-SA 3.0 Translations: Chinese: 泛滥 Japanese: 氾濫 |
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