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Monsoons

Monsoons are a seasonal occurrence in many parts of the world. Learn the causes of monsoons, monsoon season date, and locations for monsoon rainfall.

The Kosi River Floods

The Kosi River floods and breaks embankments into a new channel during the India monsoon season.

What Is a Monsoon?

Monsoons are a season occurrence that can cause flash floods, deaths, and crop failures. Shifts in wind direction from incoming solar radiation are part of the reason monsoons occur.

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