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Application of HAZUS-MH Flood Model in Developing Countries: The Case of Piura, Peru

Year: 2019

Type: article

Abstract: This research looks at the U.S.’s HAZUS-MH Flood Model and adapts some of its methodologies to Piura, Peru, as an example of many regions around the world with limited technical and capital capacity to estimate inundation risks. Thus, this research proposes an accessible and doable flood risk estimation methodology which takes into account limited available data. The proposed methodology will produce maps of potential inundation areas and monetized damage values from flood scenarios. These outputs can further help local authorities design, decide, and prepare their risk mitigation and adaptation plans for the future.

Source: Nakhara Journal of Environmental Design and Planning

DOI: 10.54028/nj2019163352

Authors: Wan Chantavilasvong, Leo Guerrero

Institutions: Chulalongkorn University, Universidad de Ingeniería y Tecnología

Language: English

Topic: Flood Risk Assessment and Management

Subfield: Global and Planetary Change

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Sustainable cities and communities, Clean water and sanitation, Climate action, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W3210152909

FWCI: 0.098

Cites: 1

Cited by: 3

Related to: 10