Question

Many towns in flood-prone areas are surrounded by___ that are built to hold back rising water.

Answer 1

Answer:

Flood barriers

Explanation:

Many towns in flood-prone areas are surrounded by flood barriers that are built to hold back rising water during seasonal highs.

• Flood barriers are water resistant walls that are used to prevent breaking water during a high period of inundation from their channels.
• They are usually vertical artificial structures which can be temporary or permanent.
• They help to hold or contain the flood water during the high season.
• These walls prevents flood plains and other nearby areas from getting flooded during the rainy season.