Flood risks to people - phase 2: managing risks and dangers
This project focuses on flooding research to manage risks by considering location and hazards.
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This research project helps Defra and the Environment Agency identify locations where there’s a significant chance of loss of life or serious harm to people from flooding. It covers the effects of:
- flow velocity
- flood hazard
- area and people vulnerability
The research has a wide range of uses, such as:
- raising awareness of the dangers of flood water
- helping with emergency planning, development control,
- flood mapping to identify ‘hot spots’ and steer the development of risk management measures
The project was completed in 2005.