runoff
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The scorched ground, dry grass and soil caused by the lack of rain is likely to cause significant pooling and runoff, as rainfall struggles to get absorbed during brief bursts of heavy rain.
From BBC ● Aug. 3, 2026
Nutrient runoff entering the ocean may be encouraging algae growth in some locations, while warming waters and other climate-related changes may be contributing elsewhere.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 3, 2026
Bass advanced to the Nov. 3 runoff after taking first place in the June 2 primary, winning about 34% of the vote in the primary.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 1, 2026
TPOR’s previous poll, fielded just after the May 26 runoff in which Paxton defeated Sen. John Cornyn, found Talarico leading 47% to 44%.
From Salon ● Jul. 29, 2026
We know that pesticides contained in runoff from farms and forests are now being carried to the sea in the waters of many and perhaps all of the major rivers.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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