Hydrometeorology Forecasting and Applications [Paperback]

This book describes recent developments in hydrometeorological forecasting techniques for a range of timescales, from short term to seasonal and longer terms. It conveniently brings together both meteorological and hydrological aspects in a single volume.

1. Introduction. Forecasting Applications. Operational Forecasting. Decision Support.- Part I. Techniques. 2. Monitoring. Meteorological Observations. Hydrological Observations. Monitoring Networks. 3. Meteorological Forecasting. Forecasting Techniques. Operational Considerations. 4. Hydrological Forecasting. Forecasting Techniques. Operational Considerations. 5. Demand Forecasting. Water Supply. Irrigation. Power Generation. 6. Decision Support. Thresholds. Decision Support Systems. Dealing With Uncertainty.- Part 2. Selected Applications. 7. Flood Forecasting. Operational Flood Forecasting. Selected Applications. 8. Drought Forecasting. Forecasting Techniques. Selected Applications. 9. Flow Control. River Structures. Reservoirs. Urban Drainage. 10 Environmental Impacts. Forecasting Techniques. Selected Applications. 11. Water Resources. Forecasting Techniques. References. Glossary.

From the reviews:

This book is an introduction to the wide range of disciplines which define hydrometeorology, and it is very thorough in its subject manner. & would appeal to any person interested in the subject of hydrometeorology. & is suitable for teaching and could serve as an introductory text book to the subject of hydrometeorology, mostly at the freshman or sophomore level of an undergraduate curriculum. & I am not aware of any other book as comprehensive as this one that covers all aspects of hydrometeorology. (Greg Story, Bulletin of the American Meteorological Society, June, 2011)

Kevin Sene is a civil engineer and researcher with wide experience in flood forecasting, water resources and hydrometeorological studies. He has published some 45 sclÓ6