SMRTR Science & EngineeringFeb 24, 2025Interesting Engineering

400 years ago, Arabia witnessed five times more extreme rains, reveals study

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Ancient Arabian rainfall was five times higher 400 years ago, transforming the region into a savannah-like environment, which emphasizes the importance of flood preparedness in today's rapidly urbanizing Middle East, according to recent research.

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