Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Science

Study explores challenges of flood risk management

In a new study, University of Rhode Island Ph.D. graduate Kyle McElroy and Marine Affairs Professor Austin Becker explore the role of data and biases, as well as the challenges and decision-making processes used by U.S. municipalities in integrating flood risk management into urban planning. Their p...

Study explores challenges of flood risk management
Image: Phys.org
In a new study, University of Rhode Island Ph.D. graduate Kyle McElroy and Marine Affairs Professor Austin Becker explore the role of data and biases, as well as the challenges and decision-making processes used by U.S. municipalities in integrating flood risk management into urban planning. Their paper, "Factors Influencing Flood Risk Management Integration in U.S. Municipal Planning: An Expert Mental Model Approach," was published earlier this month in the Journal of Flood Risk Management.

Originally published at Phys.org

The Morning Briefing

Subscribe to our Newsletter

Be the first to receive the latest news, market analysis and updates — delivered straight to your inbox.