Title: Interpret a flood-hazard analysis.
Course: Ecology and Environmental Management (18003-36) > Section: Protecting the Environment – Water

Interpretation should include a definition of the following as well as the ability to interpret a classification of damages related to each:

- Flood hazard assessment
- Flash flooding
- River flooding
- Coastal flooding

Process/Skill Questions:

- How does a flood-hazard assessment of a land area affect land use for that area?
- What precautions should be taken and what recommendations should be made when developing land in areas designated as flooding regions?
- What preventive measures are in place to protect areas addressed in flood-hazard assessment plans?