A downstream flood is characterised by
A) lots of flooding but little destruction.
B) a large, slow rise in discharge at a particular location.
C) a large, rapid rise in discharge at a particular location.
D) little or no warning.
E) a rapid rise in discharge at all locations.

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A downstream flood is characterized by a large, slow rise in discharge at a particular location due to the accumulation of water from upstream areas, leading to widespread flooding over a longer period.

A Downstream Flood Is Characterised by