Weathering the Storm: Developing a New Flood Risk Standard for Canadian Communities
Flooding within urban centres is
Against the backdrop of unavoidable climate change, the need to limit this risk will only grow. In an effort to alleviate future flood risk, a new report from the Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation,
This report was supported financially by the
"Extreme weather caused by climate change is both a societal issue and an economic priority - there is a role for all of us to play in building a more resilient society. The Intact Centre "Weathering the Storm" report provides
Titled Weathering the Storm: Developing a Canadian Standard for Flood-Resilient Existing Communities, the report includes such measures as:
Proactive maintenance of flood control structures such as culverts, bridges, dykes and channels to ensure that they perform as intended during storm conditions;
Construction of strategically placed stormwater storage tanks and stormwater ponds within and around communities;
Removal of snow from critical overland flow path locations prior to forecasted flood events;
Clearing of leaves and debris from catch basins, particularly during Fall and Spring;
Re-grading of lots and roadways to carry water away from properties and onto streets and right-of-ways;
Installing backwater valves (sometimes called a backflow or sewer backup valve) on sewer line within basements, and disconnecting downspouts from weeping tiles, to limit sewer backup flooding;
Sealing manhole covers in low-lying areas where water accumulates and has a higher risk of causing sewer backup flooding;
Implementing stormwater diversion projects such as piping that can direct excess stormwater away from flood vulnerable areas; and
Delivering public education programs on flood prevention and maintenance activities to homeowners, municipal staff, insurance brokers and real estate agents.
As extreme weather becomes more severe and frequent due to climate change, every effort must be made today to better protect existing communities from future damage and destruction. This aligns well with the climate commitments made by
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