Problem Statement

To effectively communicate potential risks, operational forecasters and hydrologists require a strong understanding of the probability and severity of extreme rainfall events. Precipitation frequency-duration curves are a fundamental tool in this endeavor, quantifying the likelihood of rainfall events with different intensities and durations at particular locations. The complexities involved in constructing and interpreting these curves for weather forecasts, infrastructure design, emergency responses, and within the context of a changing climate highlight a critical need for a learning module to develop the necessary knowledge for these operational applications.

Module Overview

This module equips operational hydrologists with the fundamental context needed for real-time forecasting during extreme rainfall events and for contributing to long-term planning and response efforts, with the flexibility to incorporate considerations of changing climatic conditions.