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Community Initiative for Reducing Flood Risks – a Case Study
Wilhelm G. Coldewey, Christoph Böcker, Jörg Schuppelius
29 - 41
10.3233/978-1-60750-738-3-29
NATO Science for Peace and Security Series - E: Human and Societal Dynamics
Volume 80: Stimulus for Human and Societal Dynamics in the Prevention of Catastrophes
Abstract

During and after flood events the persons affected undertake various actions. The initial focus is on saving life and limb and also personal property. The following case study looks at the activities undertaken by a community initiative to explore the causes of flooding in the affected region, in addition to possibilities for prevention. This is a unique approach in Germany.

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