THE IMPACT OF HYDRAULIC MODELING IN WATER CRISIS MANAGEMENT
Keywords:
water crisis management, hydraulic modeling, droughts, floods, water sustainabilityAbstract
DOI: https://doi.org/10.46296/ig.v7i14edespdic.0252
Managing water crises, such as droughts and floods, requires strategic approaches that integrate advanced tools to mitigate the impacts of extreme events. This article aims to analyse the impact of hydraulic modelling on water crisis management, exploring its effectiveness in optimising resources and preventing disasters through a narrative review of recent literature. The methodology consisted of the selection and analysis of studies published between 2018 and 2024, focused on the use of hydraulic modelling to address problems related to prolonged droughts and urban flooding. Sources were obtained from recognised scientific databases, applying inclusion criteria such as thematic relevance and methodological rigour. The results show that hydraulic modelling is a key tool for predicting and managing critical situations. In the context of droughts, studies carried out in cities such as London have shown that efficient water redistribution, based on hydraulic simulations, can guarantee supply during periods of prolonged scarcity. On the other hand, in flood management, the case of the MOSE system in Venice stands out, which through advanced simulations has optimized the activation of hydraulic barriers, significantly reducing the damage caused by storm surges. It is concluded that hydraulic modeling not only improves the resilience of water infrastructures, but also allows for the design of adaptive strategies to face the challenges imposed by climate change. These tools enhance informed decision-making and promote sustainability in water resource management.
Keywords: water crisis management, hydraulic modeling, droughts, floods, water sustainability.
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