Team-06 :
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~Who are we ?~
The team is composed of 11 members, each coming from various backgrounds around the world. To explore the skills and individual journeys of our team, we invite you to check the "Members" section on our website.
Under the enlightened guidance of our supervisors, Frank Molkenthin and Fritzi G. Gironella, we embark on an in-depth exploratory mission of the Ahr watershed in Germany.
Join us in this adventure of the Hydrorope project, ready to accomplish our mission to succeed in the Hydro Euro project!
European partner universities
~ Context ~
The Ahr region in Germany, exposed to specific geographical and hydrological conditions, was heavily affected by severe floods in July 2021. These floods were caused by exceptional rainfall resulting from a storm and had devastating consequences, including loss of human lives, significant property damage, disruptions in transportation, and substantial economic costs.
Challenge:
How did the geographical, hydrological, and human characteristics of the Ahr River watershed in Germany contribute to the magnitude and consequences of the catastrophic floods in July 2021, and what lessons can be drawn to enhance flood risk management in the region and beyond?