1.5. Flood Hazard Mapping

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are the three risk classifications used in flood hazard mapping?

   Hint

   Think about the levels of risk associated with flooding.

2. 2.

   What is an inundation map?

   Hint

   Consider what it shows concerning flooding.

3. 3.

   What is the main purpose of flood hazard mapping?

   • To entertain
   • To categorize flood risks
   • To measure rainfall

   Hint

   Consider the definition of flood hazard mapping.

4. 4.

   True or False: Raster and polygon maps are the same.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the formats!

5. 5.

   Suppose a community has a mix of high and low-risk areas. How would you prioritize which areas need immediate flood risk mapping?

   Hint

   Reflect on where the most people and critical services are located.

6. 6.

   In a case where community input is limited, suggest alternative methods for gathering flood data to enhance hazard mapping accuracy.

   Hint

   Think about technological tools that can provide insights.