Accurate flood classifications are critical to keep our communities safe
October 31, 2023
October 31, 2023
By Jess Carey and Alireza Pouya
In the Australian Journal of Emergency Management Jess Carey and Dr Alireza Pouya discuss how flood classifications must match the effects of floods
Flooding during 2022–23 across the east coast of Australia highlighted many challenges that need careful consideration. A full and detailed review of a region’s flood classifications is an activity that will deliver benefits to organisations involved in responding to flood events and achieving an expected increase in community flood resilience.
Read full article in the Australian Journal of Emergency Management.
Passionate about shaping safer communities, Jess is a practice lead with our Flood Resilience team in Brisbane. With extensive experience, he’s worked closely with all levels of government across Australia.
Contact Jess Alireza is an experienced civil engineer skilled in the analysis and interpretation of flood data and well-versed in multiple flood management software systems. He guides the design of flood mitigation planning for urban and regional developments.
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