The scientists envision an upcoming flood being measurable with a network of sensors. With such a system, a lot of important information could be passed on to decision-makers in real time, says Michael Dietze. But the research is still in its initial stages. For example, the data cannot yet be read out remotely, and there is a lack of money.
To change that, the researchers have written applications to get money for their research. And they are looking for employees who can evaluate the results. The goal: to equip the Ahr valley with many sensors to help warn the public in the event of an impending flood.
(Translation of article exerpts provided by WDR 2023)
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