Abstract. The flood–pedestrian simulator uses a parallel approach to couple hydrodynamic model pedestrian in single agent-based modelling (ABM) framework on graphics processing units (GPU), allowing dynamic exchange and of multiple-agent information across the two models. is enhanced with more realistic human body characteristics in-model behavioural rules. new features are implemented factor a...

If your home freezer has been covered with floodwater, there is a good chance that seepage damaged the food inside. This food should be discarded even if no flood waters covered the freezer or seeped inside. Some foods may be unsafe due to power outage. The amount and type of food inside the freezer will determine whether it can be saved. A full, freestanding freezer will stay at freezing tempe...

Floodwater Aedes breeding habitats in central Kenya were sequentially flooded to determine the numbers of mosquito eggs hatching during each flooding. Approximately 90% of the larvae sampled during 4 floodings emerged during the initial flooding. The number of Aedes eggs hatching during the second flooding was lowest of all 4 floodings, and no significant differences in the amount of egg hatchi...

Two principal mosquito breeding problems that occur in Florida are discussed from the standpoint of a manager of a mosquito abatement district: 1) mosquitoes that breed in standing or permanent water, and 2) mosquitoes that breed in temporary habitats such as floodwater pools. The efficacies of several different types of biological control agents are discussed for each type of problem. Fish are...

Infrastructure embankment failures due to flooding have been recorded in many countries. The consequences of flood-induced mainly limited infrastructure downtime; however, caused fatalities and include multiple near-miss events. Here we review the types flood which cause transportation failure associated failure, processes potential for lasting slope weakening after flooding. Four transport are...