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Infographic explaining why waterfalls never run out of water, detailing the water cycle, upstream catchment areas, and groundwater flow.
July 10, 20266 min read

Why Do Waterfalls Never Run Out of Water?

Rain, snowmelt and underground aquifers constantly refill the rivers that feed a waterfall — but not every waterfall is safe. Here's the science, plus the famous falls that have gone dry.

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