What is it about?
This study examines coastal flooding and associated hydrodynamic processes on the southeastern coast of Mexico during Central American cold surge events. It focuses on the Chelem lagoon and the neighboring town of Progreso, evaluating the contribution of wave set-up, residual tides, and astronomical tides to flooding. Numerical simulations and hindcast data are used to analyze storm scenarios and assess the impact of the tidal phase on flooding.
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Why is it important?
Coastal flooding poses a significant threat to coastal communities, and understanding the underlying hydrodynamic processes is crucial for effective flood risk management. This study provides valuable insights into the factors contributing to coastal flooding in the study area, including the role of wave set-up, residual tides, and tidal phase. The findings can inform coastal planning, infrastructure development, and emergency preparedness measures to mitigate the impacts of cold surge events.
Perspectives
By utilizing numerical modeling and hindcast data, we were able to investigate the hydrodynamic processes and evaluate the relative contributions of different factors to coastal flooding. The results highlight the significance of wave set-up, residual tides, and tidal phase in determining the extent and severity of flooding in the study area. This knowledge can aid in improving flood prediction models, enhancing coastal resilience, and guiding decision-making processes for coastal management and disaster risk reduction.
Christian Appendini
Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Mexico
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This page is a summary of: Assessment of coastal flooding and associated hydrodynamic processes on the south-eastern coast of Mexico, during Central American cold surge events, Natural Hazards and Earth System Science, June 2018, Copernicus GmbH,
DOI: 10.5194/nhess-18-1681-2018.
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