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Ultimately, these human interventions address only the immediate problem of flooding but fail to consider the long-term health of ecological systems. By suppressing natural water flows and fragmenting habitats, we create a situation where species cannot sustain themselves, leading to a loss of biodiversity.
This highlights the importance of designing flood management strategies that balance human safety with ecological integrity. Approaches such as creating bypass channels, using removable barriers, or restoring natural floodplains can help maintain the ecological processes that support healthy, resilient ecosystems.