The Soil Water Index provides ...
Published by Stefan GALCA, Dr.
The Soil Water Index provides estimations on average amounts of water
stored in soil of certain areas, helping to clarify the risk of landslide-related
incidents caused by heavy rain. JMA uses index values as criteria for the
issuance of Emergency Warnings, Warnings Advisories for heavy rain and
Landslide Alert Information. Is not a good indicator of water availability for crops.
stored in soil of certain areas, helping to clarify the risk of landslide-related
incidents caused by heavy rain. JMA uses index values as criteria for the
issuance of Emergency Warnings, Warnings Advisories for heavy rain and
Landslide Alert Information. Is not a good indicator of water availability for crops.