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FLOODS

FLOODSPREVENTIONSECONDARY LEVEL e-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

IN THIS LESSON YOU WILL LEARNWhat is a floode-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

IN THIS LESSON YOU WILL LEARNWhat is a floodWhere does it come frome-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

IN THIS LESSON YOU WILL LEARNWhat is a floodWhere does it come fromWhere can it hite-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

IN THIS LESSON YOU WILL LEARNWhat is a floodWhere does it come fromWhere can it hitWhat shows you that there is a floode-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

IN THIS LESSON YOU WILL LEARNWhat is a floodWhere does it come fromWhere can it hitWhat shows you that there is a floodWhy is flood dangerouse-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

IN THIS LESSON YOU WILL LEARNWhat is a floodWhere does it come fromWhere can it hitWhat shows you that there is a floodWhy is flood dangerousWhat kind of damage does the flood cause e-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

WHAT IS A FLOOD?FLOOD WHEN NORMALLY DRY AREAS ARE COVERED WITH WATER DURING A LIMITED TIME PERIODe-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

To be able to prevent a flood, you must be able to identify the flood. The definition of a flood can be a variety of things and the same applies to the cause.

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To be able to prevent a flood, you must be able to identify the flood. The definition of a flood can be a variety of things and the same applies to the cause. The word "flood" covers a wide spectrum, as it can be everything from a flooded basement to a more permanent flood in connection with natural incidents, such as a rise in sea level, tectonic subsidence or when man-made structures such as dams or dikes break open.

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What is a flood?

Flooding in Europe is divided into categories measured by the following criteria:

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What is a flood?

Flooding in Europe is divided into categories measured by the following criteria:The source of the flood


What is a flood?

Flooding in Europe is divided into categories measured by the following criteria:The source of the floodGeographical extent of the flooded area


What is a flood?

Flooding in Europe is divided into categories measured by the following criteria:The source of the floodGeographical extent of the flooded areaCause of the flood


What is a flood?

Flooding in Europe is divided into categories measured by the following criteria:The source of the floodGeographical extent of the flooded areaCause of the floodSpeed of the flood


DURING THE FLOOD YOU CAN SEE THIS

PLAYGROUND UNDER WATERe-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters


PLAYGROUND UNDER WATER

CARS FLOATING IN WATERe-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters


PLAYGROUND UNDER WATER

CARS FLOATING IN WATERWHOLEHOUSESSURROUNDEDBY WATER

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Sources of a flood

Heavy rain

Sources of a flood

Heavy rainFlash flood

Sources of a flood

Heavy rainFlash floodMelting snow

Sources of a flood

Heavy rainFlash floodMelting snowBreak on dikes

Sources of a flood

Earthquake under water (tsunami)

Heavy rainFlash floodMelting snowBreak on dikes

WHAT CAUSES FLOODS?

HEAVYRAINAFTER HEAVY RAIN THE LAND IS COVERED WITH WATER


WHAT CAUSES FLOODS?

FLASH FLOODRAPID FLOODING IN LOW AREASe-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

WHAT CAUSES FLOODS?

MELTING SNOW AND ICERAPIDLY MELTING SNOW AND ICE CAN FLOOD ROADS AND FIELDSe-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

WHAT CAUSES FLOODS?

BREAKING DYKES AND DAMSWATER BREAKS MAN-MADE DEFENCESe-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

WHAT CAUSES FLOODS?

TSUNAMI EARTHQUAKES UNDER WATER CAN CAUSE HIGH WAVES ON THE OCEAN


WHERE CAN IT HIT? HIGH RISK


WHERE CAN IT HIT? HIGH RISK COASTAL AREAS


WHERE CAN IT HIT? HIGH RISK COASTAL AREASHIGH RISK NEAR STREAMS AND LAKES


WHERE CAN IT HIT?HIGH RISK


WHERE CAN IT HIT?HIGH RISK LOWLAND AND FLAT TERRAIN


WHERE CAN IT HIT?HIGH RISK LOWLAND AND FLAT TERRAIN LOW RISK HIGH GROUND


WHAT SHOWS YOU THAT THERE IS A FLOOD?After and during a severe storm and strong winds the fallen trees might block the way and water floods the areaSTORMS AND STRONG WINDS


WHAT SHOWS YOU THAT THERE IS A FLOOD?HIGH WATER LINESTRONG WINDS AND HEAVY RAIN CAN CAUSE THE WATER TO RISEe-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

37Flooding in lowland coastal areas can have severe consequences such as fatalities and economic damage. The probability of disasters from flooding in coastal areas is low and the flooding can be alerted one or more days in advance as this type of flood often will be a flash flood. However the flooding can hit a large geographical area, where a large amount of people live.

WHAT SHOWS YOU THAT THERE IS A FLOOD?STREETS AND TOWN AREAS UNDER WATERSTORM AND HEAVY RAIN FILLS THE STREETS WITH WATERe-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

WHAT SHOWS YOU THAT THERE IS A FLOOD?THERE IS A LOT OF STILL WATER AFTER THE STORM DRAINS ARE FILLED AND WATER STAYS ON THE GROUNDe-Learning for the Prevention, Preparedness and Response to Natural Disasters

Flooding in urban areas, normally occurs locally after heavy precipitation incidents. This type of flooding can spread to a larger scale, particularly if there is a large area of low-pressure. Flooding can have a particularly severe impact in densely populated areas.

WHY IS FLOODING DANGEROUS?


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WHY IS FLOODING DANGEROUS?DAMAGE IN THE HOUSE BASEMENT FILLED WITH WATER


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WHY IS FLOODING DANGEROUS?IT IS DIFFICULT TO MOVE AROUND

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WHY IS FLOODING DANGEROUS?WATER CAN BE POLLUTED AND HIDE OBSTACLES




WHY IS FLOODING DANGEROUS?BUILDINGS CAN COLLAPSE




WHY IS FLOODING DANGEROUS?DAMAGE TO THE NATURE FALLEN TREES




WHY IS FLOODING DANGEROUS?DAMAGE TO NATURE LANDSLIDES AND MUDSLIDES




WHY IS FLOODING DANGEROUS?FLOODING IN WINTER FREEZING COLD


REMEMBER Floods can be caused by storms and/or heavy rain


REMEMBER Floods can be caused by storms and/or heavy rainMelting ice and snow can cause flooding


REMEMBER Floods can be caused by storms and/or heavy rainMelting ice and snow can cause floodingWater can break dams and defences and cause flooding


REMEMBER Floods can be caused by storms and/or heavy rainMelting ice and snow can cause floodingWater can break dams and defences and cause floodingA tsunami is a very powerful wave caused by an earthquake they can cause flooding of very large areas


REMEMBER Floods can be caused by storms and/or heavy rainMelting ice and snow can cause floodingWater can break dams and defences and cause floodingA tsunami is a very powerful wave caused by an earthquake they can cause flooding of very large areas Water levels can sometimes rise very quickly


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Floods can damage houses, cars and the environment


Floods can damage houses, cars and the environmentDont walk in flood water it can contain dangerous obstacles


Floods can damage houses, cars and the environmentDont walk in flood water it can contain dangerous obstaclesDont go into cold water


Floods can damage houses, cars and the environmentDont walk in flood water it can contain dangerous obstaclesDont go into cold waterBe careful during floods and always stay safe!

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