Abstract:<p>Flooding is among the leading climatic threats to people&#8217;s livelihoods, affecting development prospects worldwide. While the danger is already substantial, climate change and rapid urbanization in flood zones will likely further drive-up flood risks. &#160;</p>
<p>The support from flood risk assessment studies, which quantify the impacts of hazardous events on the built environment, economy and society, is fundamental for defining and implement… Show more
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