Flood resilience through integrated urban flood risk management​

In Cork City, one of the major challenges is dealing with a combination of flood-related hazards, including those from rivers, the sea, and heavy rainfall. These types of flooding events are expected to become more severe due to climate change and rising sea levels. To address this issue, one relevant approach is risk-based urban planning, determining where and how to build, while aligning with national policies. ​Additionally, it is crucial to consider social vulnerability when prioritising actions to make Cork more resilient to flooding. To achieve these goals, the FloodAdapt tool, in combination with Climate resilient development pathways, RESIN Adaptation Option Library and the Social vulnerability mapping tool, are proposed as a set of REACHOUT tools. This approach allows for the analysis of climate change-induced hazards in different parts of the city, the assessment of the effectiveness of various solutions, and the prioritization of measures and vulnerable areas for creating pathways to enhance flood resilience.​