Flood Damage Assessment and Management

This book provides methods and tools for flood risk assessment and management, addressing the rising costs of damage caused by extreme weather events. It develops a general methodology for flood risk assessment and presents effective flood protection methods, making it a valuable resource for researchers, academics, lecturers, and water management practitioners.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 120 pages
Publication date: 25 June 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

Floods are a major category of extreme weather events that are causing rapidly rising costs of damage both globally and across Europe. The scope and scale of these flood episodes indicate the need for comprehensive proposals, including the implementation of flood protection measures in areas exposed to flood risk.

This book is dedicated to flood damage assessment and addresses the management of social, economic, and environmental damage. It develops a general methodology for flood risk assessment and presents a range of effective flood protection methods that align with the objectives of flood risk management. As such, it offers a valuable resource for young researchers, academics, lecturers, and water management practitioners alike.

The book begins by providing an overview of the current state-of-the-art in flood risk assessment and management. It then delves into the development of a general methodology for flood risk assessment, which includes the identification of flood hazards, the assessment of flood risk, and the development of flood protection measures.

Chapter 2 discusses the identification of flood hazards, which involves the use of hydrological and hydraulic models to simulate the flow of water and assess the potential for flooding. Chapter 3 explores the assessment of flood risk, which involves the calculation of flood probabilities and the evaluation of the economic and social impacts of flooding. Chapter 4 presents a range of effective flood protection methods, including the construction of flood barriers, the installation of flood pumps, and the implementation of floodplain management practices.

Throughout the book, case studies and examples are used to illustrate the practical application of the methodologies and tools presented. These case studies cover a wide range of flood scenarios, including urban floods, river floods, and coastal floods, and provide insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with flood risk management.

In conclusion, this book presents state-of-the-art, essential methods and tools for flood risk assessment and management. It offers a comprehensive approach to flood risk management that considers the social, economic, and environmental dimensions of flooding. By providing a valuable resource for young researchers, academics, lecturers, and water management practitioners, this book contributes to the ongoing efforts to mitigate the impacts of flooding and promote sustainable water management practices.

Weight: 454g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030500559
Edition number: 1st ed. 2020