Satellite-based systems for flood monitoring and warning

Reza Khanbilvardi, Marouane Temimi, Jonathan Gourley, Ali Zahraee

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Abstract

Major flood events with substantial damages are observed across the United States every year. Climate change and variability affect the magnitude and the frequency of these events. Nowadays extreme meteorological events are more destructive and more frequent. In 2008, for instance, much of central and eastern Iowa was affected by a 500-year flood, which was classified as the worst in the history of the region [45]. Many other similar events have occurred in the United States and around the world. The recent major flood in Pakistan in 2010 is another example. It is therefore important to develop an accurate and clear understanding of the dynamics of extreme hydrological events.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationHandbook of Engineering Hydrology
Subtitle of host publicationFundamentals and Applications
Pages515-530
Number of pages16
ISBN (Electronic)9781466552449
DOIs
StatePublished - 1 Jan 2014

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