Answer:
Urban development increases "demand for Afforestation" especially after large storms and floods.
Explanation:
- Urban development increases the risk of flooding. This is because cities have more permeable surfaces. For development purpose, more trees are cut thereby causing deforestation.
- This increases water to runoff the land instead of absorbing. Over a period of time, flooding becomes a cause of concern.
- Tree plantation decreases the flow of water during floods. It helps to reduce the runoff rate. This results in more absorption of water by the soil.
- This will contribute to a major reduction of flood control. A natural flood management process is afforestation to reduce flooding.