Question

Preface on flood for school project

Answer 1

Floods are widely recognized as a common and largely distributed natural hazard with potential for causing loss of life, property damage, disruption of the economy and environmental damages. All geographic regions of Canada are susceptible to the deleterious impacts of floods. Recent flood events in Canada and elsewhere have contributed to the common perception that floods and associated damages have been increasing in recent years. Given the ubiquitous nature of this hazard, a thorough examination of the many complex and interrelated aspects of natural and man-made floods in Canada is long overdue. This special issue contains 27 papers dealing with a variety of different aspects of floods in Canada. The first 16 papers deal with physical aspects of floods and include a collection of case study papers that present recent flood events in Canada, following a common format to allow readers to compare and contrast recent flood events in different regions of Canada. The last 11 papers focus on ecological, social and management aspects of floods. The papers included in this special issue present topical information on flooding and also challenge common perceptions of floods and flood processes in Canada.

Floods are widely recognized as a widespread and widespread natural hazard that can lead to loss of life, property damage, and disruption of the economy as well as ecological damage. All geographic regions in Canada may be affected by the adverse impacts of flooding. Recent floods in Canada and around the world have contributed to the common perception that floods and related damages have increased in recent years. Given the pervasive nature of this danger, it is long since we should have conducted an in-depth examination of the many complex and interrelated aspects of natural and man-made flooding in Canada. This special issue contains 27 papers that discuss various facets of flooding in Canada. The first 16 articles focus on the physical dimensions of floods and include a compendium of case studies that present recent flood events in Canada in a common format to allow readers to compare and contrast recent floods. in different parts of Canada. The last 11 articles focus on the ecological and social aspects of floods as well as on flood management. The papers in this special issue present topical data on floods and also require us to revisit our current perceptions of flooding in Canada and related processes. The first 16 articles focus on the physical dimensions of floods and include a compendium of case studies that present recent flood events in Canada in a common format to allow readers to compare and contrast recent floods. in different parts of Canada. The last 11 articles focus on the ecological and social aspects of floods as well as on flood management. The papers in this special issue present topical data on floods and also require us to revisit our current perceptions of flooding in Canada and related processes. The first 16 articles focus on the physical dimensions of floods and include a compendium of case studies that present recent flood events in Canada in a common format to allow readers to compare and contrast recent floods. in different parts of Canada. The last 11 articles focus on the ecological and social aspects of floods as well as on flood management. The papers in this special issue present topical data on floods and also require us to revisit our current perceptions of flooding in Canada and related processes.

Answer 2

A rise in the normal water levels in water bodies like lakes, rivers, ponds etc. in certain areas, as a result of heavy rainfall over a long period, causes a lot of damage to life and property. Such situations are called floods.

Sometimes, a flood is caused by the melting of snows on the mountains which increases the volume of water in the rivers. Breaches in the embankment of a river also cause floods.

Effects of Flood

At times flood comes all on a sudden. People sleep at night in their houses peacefully. They wake in the morning to see their houses surrounded with water. This cause untold suffering and immense miseries to the people. Their belongings are washed away. Houses collapse and people are rendered homeless. Many men, women, children and cattle are swept away by the current of the river. Floods destroy crops standing in the fields and cause famine. They also cause epidemics. Many people lose their resources and tools and thus lose their occupation. It is a very pitiable sight to see cattle and men being washed away by the current of the river during the floods. Often entire families are washed away and they drift on the thatches and frail barges, aimlessly. The flood also damages railway lines and makes the running of trains impossible.

Flood Relief Measures

In time of flood the Government of India adopts various measures to alleviate the sufferings of the people. It arranges for both long-term and short-term relief. The short-term relief means immediate relief. This includes distribution of food, cloth, medicines etc. The long-term relief means free distribution of seedlings, remission of rent, grant of loan for reconstructing houses and for reclaiming land, etc. Even private relief societies are organizes by the people. They also render much help to the flood-stricken people.

Preventive Measures

It is possible to check the frequent visits of floods. We can do so by digging canals, by raising the level of river-banks and by putting strong dams across the rivers. All this requires great engineering skill and heavy expense. The Government often carries out these projects when funds permit.