Real time flood forecasting and warning systems
ORGANIZZATORE: Newcastle University - TIPOLOGIA: Training Course - LUOGO: United Kingdom (School of Civil Engineering and Geosciences, Newcastle University) DATA:24-28 Mar 2014
This course describes the principles and practice of real time flood forecasting and warning. The course covers overall system design, hydrological data systems, quantitative precipitation forecasting, flood forecasting methods for rivers and coasts, forecast uncertainty, warning systems and technology, emergency response and planning, and decision making under uncertainty. Current practice in the UK and internationally will be illustrated through case studies, and progress towards achieving best practice in the UK discussed.