state the main cause of flood in river
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Severe flooding is caused by atmospheric conditions that lead to heavy rain or the rapid melting of snow and ice. Geography can also make an area more likely to flood. For example, areas near rivers and cities are often at risk for flash floods. ... Floods can happen almost anywhere.
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Mountains or steep hills can increase an area's flood risk, too. Rain or snowmelt running down a mountain can cause streams and rivers to rise quickly.
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(a) Heavy rainfall
(b) Ocean waves coming on shore, such as a storm surge.
(c) Melting snow and ice, as well as ice jams.
(d) Dams or levees breaking.
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