Feb 2021 Offering

Course

AWR362-V - Flooding Hazards: Science and Preparedness

Date & Times

Feb 23, 2021 from 1 PM - 5 PM; Feb 24, 2021 from 1 PM - 5 PM

Description

This eight-hour awareness-level course addresses the current science of the causes of floods (both meteorological and otherwise), flood forecasting, flood risk assessment, and best practices for preparation and mitigation for both short- and long-fuse flooding events. Course objectives include: -Differentiate between different types of flooding hazards based on the meteorological and hydrological conditions; -Access and interpret FEMA flood risk maps for their area; -Identify organizations involved in forecasting and monitoring flooding, and understand their products; and, -Describe dissemination methods for public warnings.

*Participants are required to use their own computer, tablet, or smartphone during the course. No group settings.

Hours

8

Max Attendance

45 (9 Open Seats)

Region

State

Location

Virtual Offering

Virtual Instructor-Led Course
Virtual Instructor-Led Course, MO 65102

POST Approved

Yes

POST Control #

17395

Technical Studies

8

Target Audiences

Public Health, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Government Administrative, Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, Fire, and Public Works

Availability

Open To The Public

Prerequisites

None Set

Registrant Notes

MUST ATTEND BOTH DAYS TO RECEIVE CREDIT AND HAVE INDIVIDUAL INTERNET ACCESSIBLE DEVICE. Minimum of 20 students for course to be held.
Priority seating given to those in target audience.

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