alleryHow does rainwater harvesting in urban areas help during heavy rain?
AIt melts snow faster
BIt reduces runoff and flooding
CIt stops all rainfall
DIt increases road traffic
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. It reduces runoff and flooding
Storing rain in urban areas lessens the runoff that otherwise causes flooding.
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