Development of a Conceptual Framework to Operationalize the Flood Risk Management

Abstract

Policy makers have progressively recognized the limitations of traditional decision-making frameworks of Flood Risk Management (FRM). This is mainly due to their incapability to manage inherent uncertainty of flood risk. Accordingly, the method of flood risk assessment, method of flood risk management and methods of operationalizing flood risk management have been recognized to be improved over the past years. The theory related to FRM has advanced over the years. However, there are visible shortcomings in operationalization of this concept mainly due to the lack of a framework for clear recognition and understanding the components of flood risk management system. Therefore, the objective of this research is to identify the FRM system, its components and make appropriate recommendations for its operationalization. State of art review was conducted to recognize the present level of flood risk management systems with its components. Further, it has identified the critical components for successful operationalization and develop a solution model for critical elements of the system. A satisfactory solution has been identified with accepted criteria and proposed solution for a Flood risk management system and developed recommendations for sustainable management of flood impacts.