Hydrology and Earth System Sciences
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Articles | Volume 30, issue 2
Articles | Volume 30, issue 2
https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-30-485-2026
© Author(s) 2026. This work is distributed under
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https://doi.org/10.5194/hess-30-485-2026
© Author(s) 2026. This work is distributed under
the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Articles | Volume 30, issue 2
Research article
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30 Jan 2026
Research article |  | 30 Jan 2026

Detecting the occurrence of preferential flow in soils with stable water isotopes

Jonas Pyschik and Markus Weiler

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This study introduces a new method of detecting how water moves quickly through certain paths in soil, bypassing the usual, slower flow. By analysing natural water markers in soil samples taken at different depths, we identified unusual flow patterns. Our method is simple and non-invasive, and can be used to cover large areas. This helps us to better understand how water travels through the ground, which is important for managing water resources and protecting the environment.
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