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STUDY OF FLOOD MITIGATION METHODS IN
LAW KENPHY
BEng (Hons) in Civil Engineering
Department of Construction,
Environment and Engineering
OBJECTIVES
The project objectives are:
1. Comprehensive Review of Flood
Mitigation Measures
2. Evaluation of Implementation and
Challenges
3. Comparative Analysis across Major
Cities
4. Identification of Best Practices and
Innovative Solutions
5. Recommendations for Improving
Flood Resilience
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MAJOR CITIES IN CHINA
ABSTRACT
RESEARCH BACKGROUND
Increasing Flood Risk in China's Urban Centers:
• China's rapid urbanization has led to the expansion of cities, often encroaching on
natural flood plains and waterways, increasing the exposure to flood risks.
• Climate change exacerbates the frequency and intensity of extreme rainfall events,
leading to more frequent and severe flood occurrences.
Understanding the current flood mitigation measures and their effectiveness is crucial
for developing more comprehensive and sustainable solutions.
METHODOLOGY
Literature Review:
Perform a comprehensive review on flood mitigation strategies in major Chinese cities to
understand the current state of knowledge and best practices in urban flood management.
Data Collection and Analysis:
1. Identify the major cities in China that have experienced significant flooding events
in recent years.
2. Gather relevant data from multiple sources, such as: government agencies (e.g.,
local water authorities, disaster management departments), academic institutions
and research centers, media reports and news articles
3. Interviews with key stakeholders (e.g., urban planners, civil engineers, disaster
management officials)
FINDINGS
Diversity of Flood Mitigation Measures:
The study is likely to find that major Chinese cities have implemented a wide range of flood
mitigation measures, including both structural (e.g., dikes, drainage systems) and non-
structural (e.g., early warning systems, land-use planning) approaches.
The specific mix of flood mitigation strategies may vary across cities, depending on
various factors such as geography, climate, infrastructure, and resource availability.
ABOUT THE INVESTIGATOR
My name is LAW Kenphy. Throughout my academic journey, I've developed a strong
passion for Civil Engineering about bridge construction. My career goal is to be a
better Civil Engineer in the future. For my final-year project, I'm working under the
supervision of Dr Keane Yaohui LIU, who has been an invaluable mentor and has
guided me in shaping my research focus and methodology.
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