Effects of snowmelt runoff process on soil erosion in seasonal frozen districts

Key Points

• Soil erosion significantly increases during the snowmelt runoff process—highlighting an important environmental concern.
• A 30% increase in sediment transport was observed in areas experiencing seasonal freezing and thawing.
• Observational analysis across various frozen districts indicates a correlation between snowmelt runoff and soil degradation.
• May enable better environmental practices to minimize soil erosion in vulnerable regions affected by climate change.