GIS-BASED RISK ASSESSMENT OF FLOOD DISASTERS IN XIANTAO, HUBEI PROVINCE

Abstract

Flood disasters, driven by monsoon climate patterns, recurrently afflict China, leading to significant economic and societal ramifications. Cities, as hubs of development, are particularly vulnerable to the repercussions of these disasters. Hence, conducting meticulous flood risk assessments has become an imperative undertaking. Building upon the extensive research in this domain, including notable work by scholars like Pan Yipeng who have developed models for cities like Zhengzhou and Changzhou, this study endeavors to establish a comprehensive indicator framework for evaluating flood risk across four critical dimensions. This endeavor is poised to furnish invaluable insights for enhancing flood risk assessments.