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dc.contributor.authorGimeno, L.
dc.contributor.authorDominguez, F.
dc.contributor.authorNieto, R.
dc.contributor.authorTrigo, R.
dc.contributor.authorDrumond, A.
dc.contributor.authorReason, C.J.C.
dc.contributor.authorTaschetto, A.S.
dc.contributor.authorRamos, A.M.
dc.contributor.authorRameshKumar, M.R.
dc.contributor.authorMarengo, J.
dc.date.accessioned2016-12-02T11:41:03Z
dc.date.available2016-12-02T11:41:03Z
dc.date.issued2016
dc.identifier.citationAnnual Review of Environment and Resources, vol.41; 2016; 117-141
dc.identifier.urihttp://drs.nio.org/drs/handle/2264/5046
dc.description.abstractWe review the major conceptual models of atmospheric moisture transport, which describe the link between evaporation from the ocean and precipitation over the continents. We begin by summarizing some of the basic aspects of the structure and geographical distribution of the two major mechanisms of atmospheric moisture transport, namely low-level jets (LLJs) and atmospheric rivers (ARs). We then focus on a regional analysis of the role of these mechanisms in extreme precipitation events with particular attention to the intensification (or reduction) of moisture transport and the outcome, in terms of precipitation anomalies and subsequent flooding (drought), and consider changes in the position and occurrence of LLJs and ARs with respect to any associated flooding or drought. We then conclude with a graphical summary of the impacts of precipitation extremes, highlighting the usefulness of this information to hydrologists and policymakers, and describe some future research challenges including the effects of possible changes to ARs and LLJs within the context of future warmer climates
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherAnnual Reviews
dc.rightsCopyright [2016]. All efforts have been made to respect the copyright to the best of our knowledge. Inadvertent omissions, if brought to our notice, stand for correction and withdrawal of document from this repository.
dc.subjectMeteorology and climatology
dc.subjectMeteorology and climatology
dc.subjectMeteorology and climatology
dc.titleMajor mechanisms of atmospheric moisture transport and their role in extreme precipitation events
dc.typeJournal Article


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