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Floods

Warmer temperatures cause more evaporation of water, which, as part of the water cycle, eventually leads to more precipitation. In fact, the world has seen a 5-10% increase in precipitation over the past century. However, the frequency of heavy rainfall events generally is likely to rise with global warming, increasing the potential for flooding.