Understanding Risk and Resilience in the Face of Sea Level Rise
Risk and Resilience are crucial concepts in facing the evolving riskscape due to climate change, particularly concerning sea level rise and flooding in Fort Lauderdale. Admitting the problem, learning from it, and addressing it with effective solutions are essential for building resilience and adapting to the challenges ahead.
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Teaching about Risk and Resilience: Sea Level Rise, Flooding, and the City of Fort Lauderdale Nancy J. Gassman, Ph.D. Asst. Director Public Works Sustainability City of Fort Lauderdale Florida Center for Environmental Studies Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton, FL May 14-16, 2014
Risk and Resilience Risk is the likelihood that we or our property will be harmed, and the consequences of that harm. Resilience is the ability to return to the status quo after a disturbing event. Because of Climate Change, our riskscape is evolving. We need to build capacity to avoid damage and/or recover from the disasters we can expect to face in the future.
Accepting Sea Level Rise Admit you have a problem A picture is worth 1,000 words Live it, learn it Address the problem with a solution
LAND ELEVATION MAP * Red represents areas below 5 feet (1.52 m) elevation. Low topography puts the majority of the city at risk to flooding from Sea level rise Storm surge Extreme rainfall Extreme high tides
Storm Surge >50 years since last major storm surge Sea level rise will increase impacts rainfall associated with storm will cause more flooding City Hall
Accepting Sea Level Rise Admit you have a problem A picture is worth 1,000 words Live it, learn it Address the problem with a solution
Accepting Sea Level Rise Admit you have a problem A picture is worth 1,000 words Live it, learn it Address the problem with a solution
Recent Weather Extremes in Florida Boynton Beach Jan 9-10, 2014 22 inches of rain 12 inches in 2 hours 1000 yr storm www.wptv.com/treasure-coast-flooding-photos Photo credit: Will Greenlee, Scripps Treasure Coast Newspapers www.wptv.com/treasure-coast-flooding-photos endtimeheadlines.wordpress.com
Super Storm Sandy Oct. 2012 Super Storm Sandy brushes past S. Florida - October 26th 28th Large breaking waves, beach erosion and coastal flooding Weakened natural and built armory
Oct 2012: Sandy -The Storm that never came ashore Photo by Steve Lange, Sun-Sentinel Photo by Susan Stocker, Sun-Sentinel
Seasonal High Tides Nov. 2012 Seasonal High Tides Low-pressure system brought strong winds, forceful swells and sustained high seas Roadway, seawall, sidewalk and signal mast arm destruction
Accepting Sea Level Rise Admit you have a problem A picture is worth 1,000 words Live it, learn it Address the problem with a solution
Vision Statement http://www.fortlauderdale.gov/vision
Fort Lauderdale In Action Tidal Valves Neighborhood Projects River Oaks Stormwater Park Stormwater Planning Adaptation Action Areas (AAA) Pilot Project Super Storm Sandy post disaster opportunity Environmental & Sustainability Management System
Comprehensive Multi-year Stormwater Master Plan Improvement Features EXFILTRATION TRENCH RECHARGE DRAINAGE WELL TIDAL CONTROL VALVES BIOSWALES PERVIOUS PAVERS & PAVEDRAIN PUMPING STATIONS SEAWALL REPAIRS & UPGRADES STORMWATER PRESERVES
Opportunities for Adaptation and Resilience Storm Impact Anchors the knee wall Adds elevation and drains away from properties
In the end, it doesnt hurt to use humor South Florida
