How Often Will a Flood of a 20-Year Magnitude Occur

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How often will a flood of a 20-year magnitude occur?

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Definitions:

Beta Blocker

A class of medications that reduce blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline, thus slowing the heart rate.

Daily Weight

The practice of weighing oneself regularly, often daily, to monitor changes in body weight.

Peritoneal Dialysis

A treatment for kidney failure that uses the lining of the abdomen, called the peritoneum, as a natural filter to clear waste from the blood.

Dextrose

A simple sugar that's a form of glucose, often used in medical settings as an energy source.