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International Journal of Water

International Journal of Water (IJW)

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International Journal of Water (3 papers in press)

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  • A hybrid method to predict flood vulnerability using MCDM methods and Pareto analysis in a GIS framework   Order a copy of this article
    by Priya Mishra, Sanjeev Kumar Prasad 
    Abstract: The Rapti and Ghaghara rivers, most prone to flooding in northeastern Uttar Pradesh, India, have caused significant damage and loss of life. Due to flood damage, thorough and robust flood mitigation modelling methods are needed. Thus, this study uses multi-criteria decision making (MCDM) models (AHP, fuzzy-AHP, and Monte Carlo-AHP), geographic information systems (GIS), and remote sensing (RS) to create a regional flood susceptibility map. The study uses expert surveys and Pareto analysis to identify seven significant flood factors: drainage density, elevation, slope, land use/cover, average rainfall, topographic wetness index (TWI), and river proximity. Flood susceptibility maps are created using a weighted overlay approach and divided into five susceptibility zones. Fuzzy-AHP (FAHP) had the highest predictive accuracy, with AUC values of 0.92, 0.85 for Monte Carlo AHP (MC-AHP), and 0.75 for AHP. The flood susceptibility maps were verified using Uttar Pradesh official flood data from 2022, and 2023, bolstering their trustworthiness.
    Keywords: GIS; geographic information systems; SRTM; shuttle radar topography mission; Google Earth engine; Pareto analysis; flood hazard mapping; MCDM; multi-criteria decision making; Ghaghara basin; AUC-ROC.

  • International legal protection of water during armed conflict   Order a copy of this article
    by Zouhaier Nouri, Walid Ben Salah, Nayel AlOmran 
    Abstract: The international legal protection granted to water during armed conflicts is of paramount importance in view of the dramatic consequences of military actions targeting this vital resource on civilian populations. This article analyses the main relevant provisions of International Humanitarian Law, in particular those contained in the Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols. The analysis reveals significant gaps in the direct protection of water as a resource. The article recommends a strengthening of the international legal regime governing water during armed conflicts. In particular, clearer definitions of key concepts can contribute to improving and directly protecting water resources. Finally, the article proposes reassessing the current water protection regime, drawing on peacetime legal frameworks to ensure better water protection in conflict situations.
    Keywords: water protection; armed conflicts; civilians and water access; war and natural resources; conflict zones; military targeting; human rights law; environmental law.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJW.2024.10069691
     
  • Integrated Water Resource Management in Iraq: balancing supply, demand, and distribution losses   Order a copy of this article
    by Sarah Al-Jarjees 
    Abstract: Iraq faces significant water scarcity challenges due to a combination of external and internal factors, including upstream water diversions, aging infrastructure, and climate variability. This study provides an integrated analysis of Iraq's water resource management, examining the balance between supply, demand, and water losses in both northern and southern regions. Using data from official sources, the study highlights the declining water imports from the Tigris and Euphrates, regional disparities in water production, and the rising inefficiencies in water distribution networks. The analysis emphasizes the need for infrastructure modernization and investment in alternative water technologies to ensure Iraq’s water security. Recommendations include upgrading distribution systems, expanding desalination capacity, and adopting Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM) strategies to mitigate the impacts of water scarcity and improve long-term sustainability.
    Keywords: water resources management; water security; water scarcity; Iraq; sustainable water management; climate change impact; water conservation; potable water production.

 

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