ClimateAugust 21, 2026

freshets

FRESH-its

Definition

Sudden overflows or flooding of streams, often caused by heavy rains or the rapid melting of snow.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle English word 'fresh,' likely influenced by similar terms in Middle Low German or Old French, originally referring to a stream or current of fresh water.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the negative environmental consequences of deforestation, noting that removing trees leads to increased flooding and soil degradation.

U.S. Forest Service: History, Multiple Use & Roadless Rule

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