English (UK)
Extreme Rainfall Event in August 2023
Liederbach am Taunus
Background
»On the day of the heavy rain, the rain and water level sensors played a crucial role by collecting essential data, which, although not immediately used for forecasting, laid the foundation for future preparations. While we consider expanding our sensor network, the readings from these sensors during the event confirm our ambition to integrate AI for more accurate and proactive predictions. The journey begins with reliable sensors, and the planned route promises a future where technology anticipates weather patterns before they arrive.«
Alexander Rempt
Community Liederbach am Taunus (Digitalization / IT)
Implications and what it means for NIVUS RAIN
Key takeaways
Although the rainfall sensor network is only distributed on a small scale in the pilot phase, the relationship between the rainfall and water level increase is clearly visible. As evident from the study, such heavy rain events are detrimental to causing unprecedented flooding and damage in urban areas and even on typically dry rivers. With a well-planned and expanded network of rain sensors with wider coverage, the NIVUS RAIN system could fulfil its high potential as an effective Early Warning System for the following purposes:
- Predict heavy rainfall events up to 60 minutes before they occur.
- Provide a cost-effective solution that is easy for the end customer to implement.
- Apply advanced, innovative Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to improve disaster preparedness for the rescue force, city authorities and the citizens.
- Timely provision of complementary high-quality information that can be used to improve the protection of valuables and lives.