Replacing forest floor with pavement prevents groundwater recharge.
Replanting forests is a primary strategy for securing sustainable water supplies. Forest Hydrology : An Introduction to Water and...
Root systems anchor the soil in place. This prevents topsoil loss and keeps debris out of riverbeds, maintaining the integrity of the landscape. Human Impact and Management Changes to forest cover significantly alter water behavior. Forest Hydrology : An Introduction to Water and...
Tree canopies catch rain before it hits the ground. Forest Hydrology : An Introduction to Water and...
Forest floors allow water to soak into the soil.
Trees release water vapor into the atmosphere.