Application of HAZUS-MH Flood Model in Developing Countries: The Case of Piura, Peru

Authors

Wan Chantavilasvong
Leo Guerrero

Publication Date

2019-06-01

Abstract

This research looks at the U.S.'s HAZUS-MH Flood Model and adapts some of its methodologies to Piura, Peru, as an example of many regions around the world with limited technical and capital capacity to estimate inundation risks. Thus, this research proposes a methodology for accessible and achievable flood risk estimation which takes into account limited available data. The proposed methodology will produce maps of potential inundation areas and monetized damage values from flood scenarios. These outputs can further help local authorities design, decide, and prepare their risk mitigation and adaptation plans for the future.

First Page

33

Last Page

52

Recommended Citation

Chantavilasvong, Wan and Guerrero, Leo (2019) "Application of HAZUS-MH Flood Model in Developing Countries: The Case of Piura, Peru," NAKHARA (Journal of Environmental Design and Planning): Vol. 16: No. 1, Article 3.
Available at: https://digital.car.chula.ac.th/nakhara/vol16/iss1/3