Why snow is crucial for water supply — And what will happen when it becomes scarce

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Abstract

Analysis of 70 years of snowfall in the Northern Hemisphere reveals that snow buffers the effect of varying precipitation levels on streamflow. The link highlights the need to rethink water-resource management as snow levels decline.

Publication type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Title Why snow is crucial for water supply — And what will happen when it becomes scarce
Series title Nature
DOI 10.1038/d41586-024-01239-6
Volume 629
Publication Date May 29, 2024
Year Published 2024
Language English
Publisher Nature
Contributing office(s) Dakota Water Science Center
Description 2 p.
First page 1013
Last page 1014
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