Rain

This challenge addresses the increasing occurrence of floods and landslides in Peru, particularly in Piura region and Catacaos city, caused by extreme weather events such as massive storms which are exacerbated by climate change or by "El Niño" and "La Niña" phenomena. The goal is to simulate flood scenarios using a combination of rainfall data, satellite imagery, and digital elevation models (DEMs). This developed model aims to predict how water will advance across the landscape, which areas are likely to be affected, and to estimate river level rises. The relevant decision-makers and stakeholders include the following: • Local and regional disaster risk management authorities. • Municipal planning offices. • Emergency response units and civil protection agencies. • NGOs working on climate resilience. • Community leaders in flood-prone areas. These decision-makers require real-time and predictive information on: • Areas likely to be inundated. • Timing and extent of floodwater advancement. • Population density in affected areas. • Infrastructure at risk (roads, hospitals, schools, etc.).