An analysis of rainy season characteristics over the Limpopo region
Master Thesis
2005
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This thesis investigates characteristics of the summer rainy season over the Limpopo region that are important to the agricultural sector and other user groups. The Limpopo region supports a large rural population dependent on rain-fed agriculture as well as significant biodiversity, particularly in the Kruger National/Limpopo Transfrontier Park and is vulnerable to severe flood and drought events. REcently, the region has been impacted by severe drought (2002-2004) and flooding in late summer 2000. The rainy season characterisitcs investigated are the frequency of wet and dry spells during the rainy season and the onset date of the season.
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Includes bibliographical references (leaves 112-126).
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Phaladi, R. 2005. An analysis of rainy season characteristics over the Limpopo region. University of Cape Town.