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Many cities buried urban streams. Here's how to bring them back

Penguin , CC BY-SA As many cities developed, streams that once flowed on the surface were buried underground to make way for growing infrastructure.

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Many cities have buried surface streams to accommodate expanding infrastructure. Recent heavy rainfall, extreme weather events, and aging systems are increasing pressure on urban drainage. The buried streams could be repurposed to help manage stormwater and reduce flooding. Restoring these waterways would provide a natural solution to the growing challenges faced by cities.

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