Non-structural Measures

  • National Hydro-meteorological Network as per NDMA is needed for all urban cities in India.
  • Flood hazard assessments should be done on the basis of projected future scenarios of intensities and duration of rainfall and land use changes.
  • Better forecasting of rainfall events; timely dissemination of information to the mass- ‘Nowcasting’ alerts or real-time weather updates.
  • Restrict encroachments in natural drainage areas; clearance of river beds, proper implementation of Coastal Regulation Zone rules.
  • Provisions for flood-proofing of buildings
  • Storm water pollution control, i.e., source is controlled by imposing quality standards for wastewater and solid waste disposals in urban environments