The intensity of extreme precipitation events is projected to increase in a warmer climate,,,–, posing a great challenge to water sustainability in natural and built environments. Of …
The risk of floods has increased in South Asia due to high vulnerability and exposure. The August 2022 Pakistan flood shows a glimpse of the enormity and devastation that can further …
Root zone soil moisture (RZSM) is a vital variable for vegetation growth, drought monitoring and agricultural water management. Satellite remote sensing measures soil moisture at the …
Flash droughts can be distinguished by rapid intensification from near-normal soil moisture to drought conditions in a matter of weeks. Here, we provide the first characterisation of a …
SS Mahto, V Mishra - Environmental Research Letters, 2020 - iopscience.iop.org
Flash droughts intensify rapidly after onset and cause short-term but devastating impacts on agriculture and the ecosystem. However, the drivers and characteristics of flash droughts in …
SS Mahto, V Mishra - Environmental Research Letters, 2023 - iopscience.iop.org
Simultaneous occurrence of flash drought in major croplands can pose challenges for global food security. However, drivers of flash drought co-occurrence in the observed and future …
Understanding the spatial and temporal occurrences of extreme rainfall events and their changes is crucial for reducing the risk associated with extreme events, especially under …
AR Paul, R Maity - Scientific Reports, 2023 - nature.com
In recent times, India has experienced a significant increase in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, particularly in northeast India (NEI), an area known for its rich …
Streamflow is a vital component of the global water cycle. Long-term streamflow observations are required for water resources planning and management, hydroclimatic …