Streamflow levels across
Puerto Rico
are currently
82.0% of normal, with the
Rio Grande De Manati At Hwy 2 Nr Manati
reporting the highest discharge in the state with
1290cfs and gauge stage of 10.47 ft.
Meanwhile, the
Rio Grande De Manati At Hwy 2 Nr Manati
is seeing a spike in streamflows today after experiencing a
187.95%
increase since yesterday, and currently running at
1290cfs.
Maximum gauge stage in the state was last observed at the
Rio Guayanes At Central Roig, currently reporting a stage of
14.89ft.
The
Rio Grande De Manati At Ciales
in the
N/A
watershed
is surging for this time of year at
337cfs, about
14.49% of normal.
Puerto Rico has a tropical climate with high precipitation rates, intense storms, and frequent floods. The island has several major surface flows, including the Rio Grande de Loiza, Rio de La Plata, and Rio de La Seda. There are several dams and reservoirs to control water flow, with Carraizo and La Plata being the largest. The island's hydrology is influenced by the topography, bedrock, soil, and vegetation. The watershed management plan is based on the need to reduce flooding and erosion, improve water quality, and conserve natural resources. The snowpack has no correlation with hydrology in Puerto Rico due to its tropical location. The island is prone to flash floods and landslides, which are worsened by deforestation, urbanization, and climate change.