The flood depends upon the intensity of rainfall and the infiltration (absorption) capacity of soil which is related to soil moisture. The satellite soil moisture provides information on the soil infiltration capacity.
A combination of real-time precipitation availability and satellite soil moisture can predict the floods. Based on precipitation forecast and soil moisture data, the flash flood advisory can be issued every 24 hours to reduce the losses due to floods.
Dr. Sat Kumar Tomer
The author is expert in the application of remote sensing for managing the natural resources.
Latest posts by Dr. Sat Kumar Tomer (see all)
- Publication: Groundwater Level Dynamics in Bengaluru City, India - December 26, 2017
- Publication: A Framework for Assessment of Climate Change Impacts on Groundwater System Formations - December 22, 2017
- Snap into which part of Uttar Pradesh,crops are under water stress - October 15, 2017