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Hydropower projects located in the Himalayan regions of India are highly vulnerable to multiple disasters such as landslides, cloudbursts, flash floods, earthquakes, avalanches, glacial lake outburst floods (GLOFs) and landslide lake outburst floods (LLOFs). Falling rocks also occasionally block the flow of water in the stream, creating an artificial lake. The sudden breach of this artificial lake can trigger devastating flash floods. To reduce the risk to life and property from such disasters, a comprehensive Early Warning System (EWS) is needed. The initiative has significantly enhanced disaster preparedness and response, reducing loss of life and property in vulnerable regions. By integrating advanced telemetry and forecasting technologies, NHPC's EWS exemplifies good practice for proactive flood management, enabling timely evacuations and safety measures Click to Read |
