Water Smart: The Sun, Water Cycle, & Climate - Runoff

The video explains water runoff, its path, and its effects on the environment. It covers how runoff can cause erosion by moving soil and rocks downhill. Heavy runoff can be destructive, filling streams with sediment and carrying pollution. It affects fish, plants, and tree roots, especially in urban areas with lots of pavement and fields with little vegetation. The video suggests using fences in construction areas to prevent soil and pollutants from being washed away.

What happens to water after it hits the ground?

What is erosion and how can it be observed?

How does heavy runoff affect fish in streams?

Why is runoff worse in cities with a lot of pavement?

What measures can be taken in construction areas to prevent soil and pollutants from being washed away?