Diane Onditi(MPRSK)’s Post

To mitigate flooding, it is essential to integrate sustainability into land and water management. Restoring ecosystems can significantly enhance their ability to manage and mitigate flood risks. Planting trees in deforested areas or introducing green spaces in urban settings helps stabilize soil and manage runoff. Similarly, protecting and restoring wetlands can absorb vast amounts of water and are crucial in flood prevention. Read Solomon Irungu N.'s article on mitigating the flooding situation in Africa. nhttps://lnkd.in/dVUHMnWq #climatechange #Flooding

As East Africa and Brazil grapple with floodwaters, what can we learn from nature to prevent future devastation? Full #ForestsNews explainer on how trees help protect us from flooding. Read: ➡️ https://lnkd.in/dkY94_bg #Trees4Resilience

Devastating flooding, coastal erosion, landslides, and more frequent extreme weather continue to make headlines across the globe. Today in Papua New Guinea, torrential rains and multiple landslides have left at least 23 people dead and caused extensive damage to crops and fresh water sources. Earlier this year we saw similar havoc wreaked on Dar es Salaam, Tanzania due to relentless rains. The results of our CORVI Dar es Salaam assessment highlighted the way that sea level rise increases the risks of coastal flooding and how low-income communities are often most at risk from such events. Our CORVI work underlines the need to act now to support the adaptation of frontline communities to reduce vulnerability to flooding, including through improved waste management and nature based solutions 🌱🌳. Now the global finance community needs to close the growing adaptation finance gap and support crucial change. Read the full CORVI Dar es Salaam ➡️https://lnkd.in/e2nqFswA #climateadptation #coastalcommunities #flooding #climatechange #CORVI #climatefinance #riskassessment #frontlinecommunities #naturebasedsolutions #climate https://lnkd.in/e2yfxZKw

Urban Flooding : How Wetlands Can Be Part of the Solution The 2022 Ontario Auditor Generals report on urban flooding highlights the extreme cost of flooding in cities. In addition to the extreme amount of rainfall seen last week, flooding in urban areas like Toronto was likely also due to: 1. Conversion of green areas to impervious surfaces unable to absorb rainwater  2. Older and inadequate infrastructure  3. Increasing frequency and severity of extreme rainfall events due to climate change. As we experience this intense flooding more frequently, it’s crucial to remember the unsung heroes of our natural world: wetlands. Wetlands act like sponges, soaking up excess rainwater and reducing the risk of severe flooding in our cities. They not only help manage floodwaters but also filter pollutants, support wildlife, and boost biodiversity. But with urban development and climate change, many wetlands are at risk. We can help mitigate flooding by protecting and restoring wetland habitats that also provide habitat for wildlife. The Port Lands project in Toronto is aiming to do just that, and will provide a wide range of ecosystem services to the city once completed. Our team at Dougan & Associates are assisting the Port Lands project team as the wetland and meadow restoration experts focusing on the native species support. You can learn more about the project here https://lnkd.in/g9DBHpBG Read more about how wetlands help mitigate flooding on Ontario Nature, here https://lnkd.in/gBEiJicA 

The condition of the Shurma River in Sylhet before and after the effects of Cyclone Remal has shown significant changes. Prior to the cyclone, the Shurma River flowed calmly through the region, with its banks supporting local communities and agriculture. However, the impact of Cyclone Remal brought about dramatic alterations. The cyclone's heavy rainfall and strong winds may cause severe flooding, leading to overflow and damage to the riverbanks. The river's water levels rose sharply, resulting in inundated homes and fields, disrupting transportation, and affecting livelihoods in Sylhet. Post-cyclone, the Shurma River's condition highlights the vulnerability of the area to natural disasters and the urgent need for enhanced flood management and mitigation measures.

🌧 This is a thought-provoking article on the importance of addressing drainage and storm water runoff as flood risk continues to increase: 🌧 https://lnkd.in/g2ZAXVMi #floodrisk #dubaiflooding #drainage #stormwater

Almost every city in Brazil’s southernmost state, Rio Grande do Sul, had been hit by devastating floods after a week of record-breaking rainfall in early May, resulting in an environmental and humanitarian catastrophe. At least 160 people died because of the floods, and many others are still missing. More than 2.3 million Brazilians form the 469 municipalities affected by what the government describes as a “climate disaster”. #climateadaptation #climatechange #disastermanagement https://lnkd.in/gJqFWCUJ

🌍 Climate change and poor urban planning continue to wreak havoc in vulnerable regions. In Borno State, Maiduguri faced devastating floods, displacing over 1.5 million people and destroying critical infrastructure. This disaster serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for better disaster preparedness and sustainable solutions. Read our latest blog to explore the complex factors behind the floods and how we can mitigate future risks: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/exxu2gED #ClimateAction #DisasterPreparedness #Sustainability

"In the event of a storm, a 210-litre water butt can capture 7mm of rainfall from the roof of an average terraced house. To put this in context, in the English city of Hull, a storm that deposits 22.3 mm of rainfall is sufficient to cause flooding. This amount of rain typically falls once every ten years. So if we can store 7mm of that rain in a water butt, then the amount that is required to cause a flood rises to 28.6mm. A storm that results in this amount of rainfall only occurs once every 30 years." The Conversation UK https://lnkd.in/eeeBeBJs