STEAM PROJECT
Topic: Flood Alerts
Focal Person:
Saria Farooq
Group Members:
Madeeha Arshad
Sadia Afzal
Haeem Afzaal
Anaya Kamran
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Disasters
Any Natural or Human-
generated calamitous event
that produces great loss of
human life or destruction of
the natural environment,
private property, or
public infrastructure.
Such as Earthquake, Severe
Droughts, Wildfire, Flood,
Landslides, Volcano Eruption. CANVA
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What is
Flood?A flood is an overflow of
water on land. Sometimes a
river might receive extra
water, either from heavy
rains or other natural
disasters. When this
happens, the water overflows
from its normal path in the
river bed and onto the dry CANVA
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TYPES OF
FLOOD
FLAS RIVE COASTAL URBA
H R FLOOD N
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According to their duration
fl ood can be divided into
Slow-Onset Floods:
diff erent categories:
Slow Onset Floods usually last for a relatively longer period, it may last for
one or more peeks, or even months.
Rapid-Onset Floods:
Rapid Onset Floods last for a relatively shorter period, they usually last for
one or two days only.
Flash Floods:
Flash Floods may occur within minutes or a few hours after heavy rainfall,
tropical storm, failure of dams or releases of ice dams. And it causes the
greatest damages to society. CANVA
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Flood
Natural Man-Made
Floods are often caused When human activities
by heavy rainfall, rapid significantly increase the
snowmelt or a storm surge severity and impact of the
from a tropical cyclone or event, rather than being a
tsunami in coastal areas. purely natural occurrence.CANVA
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Causes of
rainfall.
Flood:
o Climate change results in more intense
This increases the chances of
flooding.
o Deforestation and Improper
agricultural practices.
o Inadequate design of drainage
channels and structures.
o Construction of settlements in flood
plains.
o When stream flow exceeds its banks,
flooding occurs. CANVA
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Vulnerabilities of Flood:
Disrupt one's personal,
economic and social activities.
Set back the nation's security
and development by damaging
or destroying roads, buildings
and other infrastructure.
Cause death by drowning.
Lead to insufficient food
supply, which can lead to
famine. CANVA
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Benefi ts of Flood:
Flood Wildlife Habitat
Protection &
Erosion
Control
Improved Water Recreational
Quality Opportunities
Recharged Maintain
Aquifers ecosystem
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History of Flood in PAKISTAN
Pakistan has experienced The first flood hit in 1950 Every year, millions of
29 major floods since and Since 2010, the country people lose homes and
gaining independence. has faced flooding almost livelihoods due to
every year. unexpected flooding.
Year Estimated Facilities Injuries Supported Most Affected Areas
2023 150+ 250+ Sindh, Balochistan, KP, South
Punjab
2024 380+ 500+ Gilgit-Baltistan, KP, Sindh,
Balochistan
2025 150+ 100s Punjab, KP, Balochistan, AJK,
Islamabad Zone
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WHAT ARE FLOOD
ALERTS?
Flood alerts are official
warnings issued by weather or
disaster management
authorities.
They inform people about
possible or expected flooding
in specific areas.
These alerts help communities
prepare, evacuate, and take
safety measures in advance.
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How Flood Alerts Work?
Satellites and In Pakistan, Alerts are issued
radars collect SUPARCO and when flood risk
real-time rainfall PMD provide reaches warning
and river data. satellite-based flood level.
forecasts.
Information is Authorities respond Experts analyze
shared via SMS, with evacuation the data using
TV, radio, and plans and rescue advanced
social media. actions. computer models.
.
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Monitori Forecasti
Observes and reports Predicts future flood events
ng
current flood conditions in before they occur. ng
real time. Uses historical trends,
Employs sensors, gauges, weather models, and
satellites, and drones for current data to project
live data collection. future events.
Provides live updates, Provides predictions,
alerts, and situational warnings, and risk
reports. assessments ahead of time.
Usually managed by local Often handled by
authorities, disaster meteorological
response teams, or departments or scientific
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Why Flood Alerts Matter?
Early Better Less Damage:
Preparedness: Management: Protects property
Gives people time to Aids quick rescue and infrastructure.
move to safety. and relief actions.
Public Awareness: Scientific Growth:
Informs and Improves
educates forecasting and
communities. technology.
Monsoon rains triggered flash floods and windstorms; widespread displacement
With awareness, innovation, and teamwork, we can build a safer, more prepared
Pakistan.
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5 Pillars of Flood Warning System
5. Evaluate and improve flood warning system
1. Access
flood risk
2. Monitor 4. Respond
3. Communicate
and to flood
Hazards
forecast hazards
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Conclusion
Effective flood alerts save lives and protect
communities.
Strong early warning systems reduce damage
and economic loss.
Community awareness and quick response are
vital.
Collaboration between authorities, experts, and
locals ensures success.
Preparedness today can prevent disaster
tomorrow. CANVA
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Thank
You! CANVA
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