Discovering The Hidden Mystery Beneath The Niagara Falls

Published on 03/08/2020
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A Treasure For Canada And The United States

The Niagara Falls lines the border of Canada and the United States and as such, belongs to both countries. It is a natural masterpiece that sees both countries boasting over 30 million visitors each year. The benefits derived from the admiration of the Falls are shared in good faith.

A Treasure For Canada And The United States

A Treasure For Canada And The United States

Ever heard the saying, “Water and fire are dangerous servants but fearful masters”? Well, the Niagara Falls is the perfect description as its deposition of over six cubic feet of water per minute, it could be a danger if it seeps outside its bounds. Just imagine, hundreds of cities could easily be destroyed with this much water pressure.

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Low Water Pressure at Night

Interestingly there is actually less water flow during the nights. But how is this even possible, you might ask? Well, it is actually not something that happens naturally, but rather is influenced by the human factor.

Low Water Pressure At Night

Low Water Pressure At Night

Back in the 1950s, a treaty was signed that gave local companies the privilege of sourcing water for their various productions from the Falls. The treaty allowed them to take more water at night when fewer tourists were around to notice.

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