Syllabus: Disaster Management Source: TOI Context: Bengaluru witnessed over 130 mm rainfall in just 12 hours, leading to severe urban flooding that left 3 dead, 500 homes inundated, and major roads, underpasses, and lakes overwhelmed. About Bengaluru Urban Flooding: What is Urban Flooding? Urban flooding refers to the overflow of water in densely built environments …
Content for Mains Enrichment Source: Reuters Context: China’s recent devastating floods have raised questions about the effectiveness of its “sponge city” initiative launched in 2015 to reduce urban flood risks. What is a “sponge city”? A “sponge city” is an urban initiative that employs nature-based solutions like permeable surfaces, canals, ponds, and wetland …
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