Thermal stratification characteristics of a deep plateau lake and its response to extreme weather: A case study of Fuxian Lake

Key Points

• Thermal stratification changes significantly during extreme weather events, impacting lake ecology and water quality.
• Temperature profiles revealed that stratification depth varied by up to 5 meters under different weather conditions.
• Analysis of temperature data from Fuxian Lake demonstrates how weather affects thermal layers.
• Findings highlight the importance of monitoring lake dynamics for environmental management.