Flash-Flood Hazard Hydro-Geomorphic Characterization and Mapping: Latest Advances and Prospects

Dear Colleagues,

Adverse topographical and geological conditions are important factors contributing to the occurrence of mountain flood disasters. In-depth research on the hydrological and geomorphological characteristics of mountain flood disasters and surveying techniques has become a critical direction for current mountain flood disaster prevention and control. In terms of hydrological and geomorphological characteristics, the accurate description of the underlying surface characteristics of small watersheds and a clear understanding of production–conflux characteristics are crucial for simulating and analyzing the process and causes of mountain floods. With the development of measurement techniques, advanced surveying methods such as LIDAR, UAV aerial photography, and satellite remote sensing have been widely used in the real-time monitoring of terrain and flood dynamics in complex areas, providing more comprehensive and accurate data support for the monitoring, early warning and scientific research of mountain flood disasters. Exploring how to quickly obtain high-precision topographic data, vegetation cover information, and the basic attributes of small watersheds over a large-scale area, and strengthening basic data sharing, promoting the application of various advanced surveying technologies, and improving the scientific and intelligent level of mountain flood disaster prevention and control are the main directions for future research on mountain flood disaster prevention and control. The journal will play a critical role in mountain flood disaster monitoring, early warning and scientific research.

Prof. Dr. Changjun Liu
Guest Editor

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