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Essay / History of Flooding in El Paso, Texas and Ciudad Juarez
El Paso has seen its share of heat, drought, storms and flooding. The complication that the binational region will need to focus on will be post-flash flood management. In order to meet an earlier warning deadline, the meteorologist must anticipate “climate whiplash”. Geologists have already figured out why the ground can't naturally absorb stormwater, leaving the city to find a way to divert or control the runoff. There are many ways to drain city water. This article will highlight the past and current systems in place. In the binational region of El Paso, Texas and Ciudad Juarez, flooding has become a way of life due to the scarcity of rain and desert climate. Fortunately, meteorologists, geologists, and city planners are continually working to improve the city before a storm to alleviate financial hardship during and after a flood. The city must take into account past events in order to improve infrastructure. They also rely on meteorologists to study the weather's response so they can anticipate the next system and how it will hit that region. The main expert contributing to this vital research is the geologist, who has shed light on the causes and effects during drastic climatic events. In this report, he will document the effects on infrastructure, stormwater management, climate whiplash, and the geologist's thoughts on the desert-flood relationship. El Paso and Ciudad Juarez share more than just the border. The Paso del Norte region is a desert and receives an average of nine inches of rain in a year. This is a double-edged sword for the binational zone. On the one hand, the lack of rain limits the amount of moisture, however, the downside is when it does... middle of paper ...... the river bed soon overflows and floods the valley with nowhere to go in turn left lower elevations underwater.Conclusion and RecommendationsIn conclusion, the only way for the border region to move forward and save thousands of dollars is to anticipate the next surge . It's not about the possibility of this happening again, but when the floodwaters will hit next. Protecting El Paso’s natural water must be a top priority. In conclusion, the only way Borderland can move forward and save thousands of dollars is to anticipate the next blow. It's not about the possibility of this happening again, but when the floodwaters will hit next. Protecting El Paso’s natural water will always need to be a top priority. With the help of the meteorologist and geologist, El Paso has the opportunity to improve defenses before excessive storms..