How Hurricane Helene changed groundwater chemistry
Phys.org • 10/23/2025 • Last cited 10/23/2025
Summary
Hurricane Helene, which made landfall in Florida on September 26, 2024, caused significant physical damage and also altered groundwater chemistry, according to Phys.org. The report highlights the potential unseen impacts of such natural disasters on environmental factors beneath the surface.
Lindy Score Breakdown
35
Age (0-35)
83 days
4
Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
Phys.org
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Breadth (0-15)
1 unique
Total Score45/100
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Age: 83 days - proven survivor
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