FloodCast
Streamflow forecasts across river basins throughout Italy, enhanced through the integration of DestinE Extremes DT high-resolution products to support informed decision-making processes
Data Sources
DestinE Extremes DT
Digital Twin tailored to the detection and monitoring of extreme weather events , from the Destination Earth initiative. It offers unprecedented insights and resolution into extreme weather events and their potential impacts on hydrological systems.
IFS (ECMWF)
Integrated Forecasting System from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts, providing global-scale weather predictions with high accuracy and extended forecast horizons.
ICON Model
ICOsahedral Nonhydrostatic model from DWD, delivering high-resolution regional weather forecasts with advanced atmospheric physics for accurate precipitation and flood risk assessment.
Platform Features
Streamflow Forecasts
Visualisation of operational streamflow forecasts for approximately 500 river sections across Italy
Return Period Maps
Maps of the spatial and temporal evolution of flood return period
Time-Series Graphs
Interactive time-series visualisation and data download to support detailed analysis
Integration of Extreme DT
Integration of IFS (resolution of 4.4 km) into FloodPROOFS, Italy’s national-scale hydrological forecasting system
On-demand H-Res forecasts
Triggering on-demand very high-resolution ICON at 500-1000 m resolution for 48 hours forecast
Rapid Simulation Chain
A full meteorological–hydrological forecasting chain implemented on HPC infrastructure enables advanced modelling and timely results
Explore Flood Forecasting Insights
Analyse flood risks and support decision-making with FloodCast
Access Streamflow MapUser Guide
Download the complete FloodCast User Guide to learn how to use all features of the platform, including stream flow forecasts, return period maps, and time series analysis.
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