What are the most common causes for flooding in a rural area?

my opinion only would be that when you go to plant (like you hoe) you remove the trees and some dirt, so when the wind blows more dirt gets displaced. read more

Most common causes of flooding are heavy rain or snow melt combined with low-lying areas. In very cold areas, ice dams may form on rivers in the spring and cause additional flooding. read more

Urban floods was a recurrent problem this year with several instances like Gurgaon floods, Mumbai floods and the most disturbing Chennai floods.The fault mainly lies in poor urban planning which had aggravated the situation. read more

When floods occur they bring with them numerous problems, ranging from the physical impact of water damage to the problems of disease and famine that can follow such disasters. The causes of flooding are varied, but the effects of most causes can be managed if not prevented. read more

vegetation in wooded areas will absorb a lot of water. Urban areas have a lot of pavement which is not absorbent. read more