Ulteig’s Post

A case study: Near Real-time Flood Modelling applied in response to the Kakovka Dam disaster. Here is a recently published article in the Journal of Coastal and Riverine Flood Risk about our collective efforts during the disaster in Ukraine, in collaboration with Bas Jonkman Bas Agerbeek Maxim Knepflé Florian Witsenburg and many others. The future is becoming more unpredictable. As the climate changes, it becomes harder to rely on the past to predict future flooding. This article provides valuable insights into the lessons we’ve learned and shows that we are only at the beginning of a completely new way of addressing water-related disasters. A significant and exciting challenge for 2025 and beyond.

Mountain flood control and management. Solutions model. an adaptation model to climate Change and UNDRR.

Flood Analytics also considers climate change data in the flood risk process. This is a fantastic service for those who want a multi-property overview of their assets. View the full video, hosted by Andrew Terry and Jem Parks of GeoSmart Information, launching this week https://lnkd.in/eTyzhbFX #geosmart #floodrisk #floods #floodanalytics #centremapslive

Flash Flood Breaker : very good example of an Interreg NWE project to understand what Interreg NWE is about : https://lnkd.in/eaE_RXT3 #NWEAnnualEvent

It's actually true that the scale and impact of climate change we see today are unprecedented, climate patterns have naturally changed throughout the history. However, the speed and intensity of these drastic changes are largely driven by anthropogenic activities, and this is what makes the situation urgent. The recent devastation of typhoons in the Philippines, especially Typhoon Kristine, reveals that while our government made efforts in implementing flood controls measures, they remain inadequate. Our President Bongbong Marcos is correct in emphasizing that climate change on this scale has never happened before. This is the reason why we need to have comprehensive yet a forward-thinking solutions in addressing climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction. Flood control isn't enough, it is essential to have improved flood control systems when dealing extreme weather events brought by Climate Change. This failure highlights several gaps to outdated designs, neglected maintenance and urban mismanagement. President Marcos’ recognition of the unique challenges posed by modern climate change is a call to action, we need to have comprehensive climate change adaptation such as modernize infrastructure, nature-based solutions, strengthen urban planning, empowering communities, enhance early warning systems, and additional funds for climate adaptation. Additionally, the government must recognize that flood control is not just a one-time solution but a continuous process which requires planning, execution, and evaluation. The only way forward is to have a comprehensive climate change adaptation. After all, adapting in this unprecedented climate reality isn't just a necessary but it is a responsibility. #ClimateChangeadaptation #DisasterRiskManagement Watch the video:

As unprecedented rainfall devastates communities globally, the importance of quickly deployable water removal solutions has become crucial. Our latest blog highlights how advanced, rapidly deployed dewatering pumps are essential in managing emergencies and reducing flood impacts worldwide. Discover how these swift-response technologies are key to enhancing resilience against the growing challenges of urbanization and climate change. #EmergencyResponse #Flood #dewateringsystems #floodrelief #floods2024 https://lnkd.in/dTv5Pp8i.

#Floods impact millions, and #ClimateChange makes them even more unpredictable. #DestinE, a European Commission initiative, is creating a digital replica of our planet to improve flood predictions and preparedness. Watch the video to see how it can help us stay ahead of future risks. 🌐🌍

My latest episode with Alex Vengerovsky of Spatial Risk Systems is about this topic https://lnkd.in/eQJeK68m

During the early stages of your project, it is vitally important that consideration is given to flood risk and understanding the Flood Risk Area. Our latest blog post by Doug Swinbanks explores: ✅ How SEPA’s flood maps are the first port of call. ✅ The impact of updated climate change allowances on flood risk predictions. ✅ The role of structure blockages in defining Flood Risk Areas. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/eVKGgrN9 #FloodRisk #Flooding

Flooding is the most pervasive natural disaster and flood risks are increasing in many parts of the world due to climate change, rapid population growth, and economic activity. Simulated future global flood hazard maps show that future emissions reduction can hold flood hazards largely constant this century but coastal flooding will increase drastically regardless. See: https://lnkd.in/etVKK9Bv Why not join us at International Floodfighters 2024, at RNLI College Poole on the 5 November 2024 to discuss rescue and response?