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Characteristics of Recent Urban Floods in Japan and Countermeasures Against Them

Author(s): Keiichi Toda; Kazuya Inoue

Linked Author(s): Keiichi Toda

Keywords: Heavy rainfall; Urban flood; Underground space; Flood control countermeasures

Abstract: The recent urban flood disasters that occurred in large cities in Japan are studied. Through the detailed survey and investigation for Fukuoka flood disaster in 1999 and Nagoya flood disaster in 2000, the characteristics of recent urban floods are clarified. The significant points are the quick extension of inundation water and the underground inundation. The suitable countermeasures against urban flood are also discussed and proposed.

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Year: 2002

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