Brief communication: Comparing hydrological and hydrogeomorphic paradigms for global flood hazard mapping
Giuliano Di Baldassarre, Fernando Nardi, Antonio Annis, Vincent Odongo, Maria Rusca, Salvatore Grimaldi
Abstract
Abstract. Global floodplain mapping has rapidly progressed over the past few years. Different methods have been proposed to identify areas prone to river flooding, resulting in a plethora of available products. Here we assess the potential and limitations of two main paradigms and provide guidance on the use of these global products in assessing flood risk in data-poor regions.
Topics & Concepts
Flooding (psychology)FloodplainFlood mythEnvironmental scienceHydrology (agriculture)HazardWater resource managementEnvironmental resource managementGeographyCartographyGeologyEcologyArchaeologyGeotechnical engineeringBiologyPsychotherapistPsychologyFlood Risk Assessment and ManagementHydrology and Watershed Management StudiesTropical and Extratropical Cyclones Research