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Floods are a major problem in India, affecting over 40 million hectares of land annually. The majority of rainfall is concentrated over 4 months of monsoon season, causing flooding in major river basins such as the Ganges and Brahmaputra. States like Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal, Assam and Orissa are most at risk. Proper drainage systems and preparedness measures such as emergency supplies kits can help mitigate flood damage.
Flood presentation with more media
- 1. Flood
- 2. Some Facts ...... 75% of the total rainfall in India is concentrated over 4 months of Monsoon (June – September).
- 3. 12% of the country’s land area is prone to flood.
- 4. 40 million hectares of land in India is affected by flood.
- 5. Gangetic and Brahmaputra basins are the most flood prone areas.
- 6. States like Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Assam and Orissa are mostly affected by floods.
- 7. India accounts for one fifth of the global death count due to flood.
- 8. The word "flood" comes from the Old English flod . A flood occurs when water flows or rises above and beyond its normal place or course. The danger this causes to people and buildings is called the flood .
- 9. River Bank Erosion. Change in river course and Floods in main and tributary rivers. High Rainfall.
- 10. Types of Flood Riverine Flood Coastal Flood
- 11. Flash floods usually result from intense storms dropping large amounts of rain within a brief period, dam burst or melting of snow. Floods also occur due to lack of proper drainage system. This kind of flood is known as Urban Flood.
- 15. This Map shows the main river of the world which gets flooded frequently.
- 16. This Map shows the areas affected by floods in India.
- 17. Precautions : -
- 18. Precautions Your emergency supplies kit to Include : -
- 19. : - Fill your clean water containers. Review your emergency plans and supplies. Tune in the radio or television for weather updates. Put livestock and family pets in a safe area. Take only essential items with you. If you have time, turn off the gas, electricity, and water. Disconnect appliances to prevent electrical shock when power is restored.
- 20. Precautions During a Flood : -